Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN, Acute Rehabilitation

Memorial Physician Practices; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is seeking a Speech Pathologist to join Powers Health Rehabilitation Center in Indiana. You will perform initial and ongoing assessments, design plans of care with patients and families, educate on treatment progress, assist with discharge, and supervise students and fellows.

The role is PRN at a 40-bed freestanding facility rated highly for outcomes, with a collaborative nursing-therapy team and opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent.
• ASHA CCC or CFY eligibility is required or in progress.
• Licensed or eligible for state licensure in Indiana.
• Current BLS/CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition.
• Designs and implements a plan of care involving patient and family.
• Educates patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
• Plans and assists with patient discharge from therapy services.
• Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and support personnel.

Skills

Assessment

Plan of care

Patient education

Discharge planning

Supervision

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCC or CFY eligibility

Licensed or eligible for state licensure

Current BLS/CPR Certification

Job description

Facility Name: Powers Health Rehabilitation Center

Schedule: PRN

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Speech Pathologistjoining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

• Our 40-bed, freestanding facility offers a comfortable and specialized environment for patient care.

• Established just five years ago, our facility is equipped with modern amenities and state-of-the-art technology.

• We have consistently ranked in the top 10% for quality outcomes in the UDS database over the past two years, reflecting our commitment to excellence.

• Newsweek has rated us as the second-best rehab facility in the state of Indiana, a testament to our high standards and exceptional care.

• Our team is characterized by outstanding collaboration between nursing and therapy, ensuring comprehensive and cohesive patient care.

How you'll contribute

A Speech Pathologistwho excels in this role:

• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family.
• Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.
• Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a Masters degree. Additional requirements include:

• A Bachelor's and Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders, or similarly titled area that is consistent and acceptable to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• Possess or eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or be eligible to participate as an ASHA Clinical Fellow (CFY).
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in state
• Current BLS/CPR Card

EEOC Statement

"Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.