Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking rehabilitation institute dedicated to superior patient care in the Escondido area. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' recovery journeys by providing essential therapy services. You'll work in a supportive environment, collaborating with a dedicated team to enhance patients' speech, language, and cognitive abilities. With a focus on professional development and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers while making a difference in the community. If you're passionate about helping others and possess the necessary qualifications, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Tuition assistance/reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off (PTO)

Insurance coverage for full-time employees

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited master’s program in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current and unrestricted Speech-Language Pathologist license.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and team members.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Patient Care

CPR Certification

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Description:

A career at Palomar Rehabilitation Institute, a 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Palomar Health, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the San Diego area who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Escondido, and the surrounding area, need them. If you are enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply for our PRN job!

Our Benefits:

· Tuition assistance/reimbursement

· Low therapy-to-patient ratios

· Expansive benefit package including PTO plan, 401k + Match, and insurance coverage for full time employees

· Professional development and advancement opportunities

· Superior quality patient outcomes

· Supportive leadership and culture

Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families
• Up to 20 days of PTO for full time employees
• 6 paid holidays for full time employees
• Tuition reimbursement, continuing education opportunities and apprenticeship programs for eligible employees
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts

What you will do in this role:

• Play an important part in helping our patient to recover and feel better about themselves by providing therapy to maximize speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities.
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
• Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a master’s level program in Speech-Language Pathology which is accredited by Education Standards Board or whose practice meets ASHA certification requirements.
• Meet the education and experience requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology granted by ASHA
• Minimum of six months speech therapy/Speech-Language Pathologist experience working with an adult and geriatric population.
• Current and unrestricted Speech-Language Pathologist license in the state where services are rendered.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours and weekends.

Hourly range: $55.00 per hour.

Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.