Speech Pathologist

Indiana University Health System; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

IU Health Rehabilitation Services in Fort Wayne is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for inpatient support in ICU, progressive care, and medical-surgical units. The role involves evaluating and treating communication, cognitive-communication, voice, feeding, and swallowing disorders across the patient lifespan.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Indiana licensure, ASHA CCC or eligibility, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current license in the State of Indiana.
• ASHA CCC or eligibility for this certificate.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled speech-language pathology services to patients across the lifespan with communication, cognitive-communication, voice, feeding, or swallowing needs.
• Evaluates and develops individualized care plans with measurable goals addressing functional communication and safe swallowing.
• Implements evidence-based interventions to improve communication and overall functional independence.
• Collaborates with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to optimize outcomes and transitions of care.
• Supervises students and support personnel per state regulations and policy.
• Participates in quality improvement, safety, and department operations.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

This position has an expected start date of March 1, 2027.

Location: Fort Wayne Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN.

Shift: 32 hours/week with rotating weekend coverage; Positions will support inpatient only - intensive care units, progressive care units, and medical-surgical patients.

Requirements:

• Requires a Master's Degree from an accredited academic program in speech pathology; or, if foreign trained, graduation from a speech pathology education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA.
• Requires current license in the State of Indiana.
• Requires a certificate of clinical competence awarded by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or eligibility for this certificate.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Provides skilled speech-language pathology services to patients across the lifespan whose illness, injury, or condition impacts communication, cognitive-communication, voice, feeding, or swallowing function. Evaluates communication, cognitive-linguistic, voice, feeding, and swallowing performance and develops individualized plans of care that address factors affecting functional communication, safe swallowing, and participation in daily activities. Implements evidence-based interventions to improve communication, cognition, voice, feeding, swallowing, and overall functional independence. Collaborates with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team to optimize outcomes, quality of life, and safe transitions of care. Supervises students and support personnel in accordance with state regulations and organizational policy. Participates in activities that support patient care, quality improvement, education, safety, and department operations while advancing IU Health's mission, vision, and values.

Connect to Promise - Demonstrates IU Health’s mission, vision, and values through daily actions and decisions. Supports the vision of improving the health of all Hoosiers by delivering compassionate, high-quality, patient-centered care while embracing purpose, excellence, compassion, and teamwork.

Clinical Practice - Performs speech-language pathology evaluations, assessments, treatment planning, treatment interventions, reassessments, and re-evaluations in accordance with the ASHA Scope of Practice in Speech-Language Pathology. Provides direct patient care to address functional limitations affecting communication, cognitive-communication, voice, feeding, swallowing, and overall participation in daily activities. Develops individualized plans of care with measurable goals, provides patient and caregiver education, collaborates with patients, caregivers, and the healthcare team, and identifies discharge planning needs. Completes accurate and timely documentation, coding, and charge capture in compliance with department, regulatory, and payer requirements. Initiates referrals when patient needs fall outside the scope of speech-language pathology practice.

Ethical Practice - Maintains patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance while demonstrating integrity, professionalism, and ethical decision-making. Builds trust and treats others with respect.

Training/Patient Education - Provides education to patients and families based on individual needs and evaluates understanding and effectiveness. Supports the development of others through mentorship, precepting, and participation in educational and professional development activities.

Safety Awareness - Uses equipment appropriately and follows established safety practices to maintain a safe environment for patients, coworkers, and visitors.

Relationship Building and Customer Care - Builds positive relationships with patients, caregivers, colleagues, and community partners. Demonstrates excellent customer service through respect, responsiveness, and a commitment to meeting customer needs. Represents IU Health and Rehabilitation Services in a professional manner.

Oral/Written Communication - Communicates clearly, professionally, and effectively in verbal and written formats. Actively listens, shares information appropriately, and follows instructions to support quality patient care and team collaboration.

Collaboration - Works collaboratively with team members and leaders to achieve patient care and organizational goals. Shares knowledge, supports best practices, and utilizes resources efficiently to promote effective and high-quality services.