Speech Pathologist

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center; Harrison (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options (PPO/HDHP)

Dental and vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Life insurance and AD&D

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Ill

EAP and 24/7 counseling

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center in Harrison, AR is seeking an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for Rehab Services. You will assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders, conduct MBS studies, and educate patients and families.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, Arkansas SLP license, CCC-SLP, and BLS. You will work with an interdisciplinary team across inpatient and outpatient settings to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Arkansas SLP license is required.
• CCC-SLP certification is required.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders; educate patients and families.
• Perform Modified Barium Swallow studies and plan therapy based on results.
• Document charges and clinical progress accurately; maintain timely progress notes.
• Educate patients and families; conduct staff in-services on communication and swallowing issues.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team across inpatient and outpatient settings; participate in performance improvement.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Arkansas SLP license

CCC-SLP (Certificate of Clinical Competence)

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Rehab ServicesGive patients back their voice—and their confidence. As an SLP at NARMC, you’ll assess and treat speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency, and swallowing, while coaching families and tracking real-world progress. We practice evidence-based care with a lot of heart.About UsNorth Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is an innovative, non-profit healthcare system anchored by a central hospital in Harrison, Arkansas, and 13 clinics serving the rural communities of North Arkansas. Our continuum includes Home Health and Hospice, including our inpatient Hospice House. More than 750 team members deliver comprehensive care close to home, guided by values of safety, quality, integrity, and community. Our mission is comprehensive healthcare across North Arkansas, and our vision is to be the region’s most trusted and preferred provider—one patient, one family, one neighbor at a time.Job SummaryAssess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders; complete timely documentation; educate patients/families; and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team across inpatient and outpatient settings.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct evaluations and develop treatment plans for speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive-communication, and dysphagia.Perform and interpret Modified Barium Swallow studies; plan therapy based on results.Educate patients/families; provide staff in-services on communication/swallow issues; track outcomes/quality data.Document charges and clinical progress accurately; participate in performance improvement.Job QualificationsRequiredMaster’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology; Arkansas SLP license; Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP); BLS.Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.PreferredExperience with adult patients. New grads Welcome.Compensation & ScheduleStatus: Full-timeSchedule: Weekdays; occasional flexibility based on caseloadPay: Competitive salary; details during interviewWhy Join UsWork across the continuum with strong physician and radiology partners.Autonomy plus mentorship and CE opportunities.Benefits OverviewMultiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) available.Basic life insurance and AD&D provided at no cost; voluntary life options available.Short-term and long-term disability coverage offered.Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) with accrual based on service years.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.On-site wellness center and discounted membership at Planet Fitness.Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.