Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) / PRN

Select Medical; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join their team. This role is pivotal in delivering exceptional patient care to those recovering from critical illnesses. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact by providing comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, you'll work alongside a diverse team to enhance patient outcomes. This position offers flexible scheduling and potential pathways to full-time opportunities, making it a perfect fit for professionals looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate communication skills and provide goal-oriented treatment.
• Collaborate with associates to ensure quality patient programming.
• Monitor quality of services provided by the Rehab Therapy Department.

Skills

Speech Language Pathology

Communication Skills

Patient Evaluation

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

State Licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist

BLS Certification

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)

Job description

Location: Macon, GA

Schedule: Per Diem/PRN/As Needed
Compensation: $55.00 per hour

Regency Hospital - Central Georgia is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Speech Pathologists (SLP) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Why Join Us

• Start Strong :Extensive Speech Pathologist (SLP) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
• Opportunity for Advancement : Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will take initiative, responsibility, and action every day; you understand physical, mental, psychological and social needs of your patients.
• You have an understanding of communication skills, evaluation, and treatment and a desire to work in collaboration with associates to provide quality interdisciplinary patient programming.
• You will provide a comprehensive evaluation of communication skills and/or swallowing function and provide goal-oriented treatment to facilitate maximum communication and/or swallowing potential.
• Participates with fellow staff in monitoring the quality of services provided by the Rehab Therapy Department.
• Participates in peer review for staff performance and appraisals.
• Assists in the development of the SLP role in programs and services, as well as revising the departmental policies and procedures.
• Assists in maintaining an adequate stock of supplies.
• Exhibits willingness to share professional knowledge and experience. Alerts the Manager to educational needs

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language & Hearing Association.

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.