Speech Pathologist

Banner Health; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid orientation

Flexible schedules

Weekly pay

403(b) Pre-tax retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Discounts (Entertainment, restaurant)

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking a part-time Speech Pathologist for Banner Staffing Services, primarily at Banner University Medical Center in Tucson. The PRN role supports day shifts and self-scheduling, with opportunities to impact patients with speech and language disorders across diverse ages.

The position requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, state licensure, CCC/CFY, and BLS. Candidates must collaborate with physicians and care teams, and adapt care to patient needs in a hospital

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams.
• Proficiency with computer systems in patient care environments.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients to determine intervention goals and plan of care.
• Implement individualized treatment plans addressing speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency.
• Educate patients and families to support therapy goals and home programs.
• Document treatment according to standards and maintain patient data.
• Provide training to staff and students as needed.
• Follow care plans and communicate with supervisors on unusual cases.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

ASHA Certification / CCC

Job description

## Speech PathologistApply: Banner Staffing Svcs Mesa (525 W Brown Rd): Part time: Posted Today: R4455934**Primary City/State:**Mesa, Arizona**Department Name:**Banner Staffing Services-AZ**Work Shift:**Day**Job Category:**Clinical CareWe are looking for a PRN Speech Pathologist to work the day shift for Banner Staffing Services. The day shift is self-scheduling Sunday-Saturday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. The position is for Banner Staffing Services at Banner University Medical Center, Tucson. Banner Staffing Services offers a world of opportunities to make an impact on one of the country’s leading health systems. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities to make a difference – you belong at Banner Staffing Services.As the internal staffing (registry) provider for Banner Health, Banner Staffing Services (BSS) provides opportunities within one of the country’s leading health systems. The BSS team is dedicated to providing personal attention and professional support for its employees. Registry opportunities are a great way to market your skills within Banner Health. As a BSS employee, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular full-time or part-time opportunities within Banner Health.In addition, registry employment through BSS offers:• Competitive wages• Paid orientation• Flexible Schedules (select positions)• Fewer Shifts Cancelled• Weekly pay• 403(b) Pre-tax retirement plan• Employee Assistance Program• Employee wellness program• Discount Entertainment tickets• Restaurant/Shopping discounts• Auto Purchase PlanBSS Registry positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. BSS requires: Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes; employment, criminal and education).POSITION SUMMARY This position provides screening, evaluation, and rehabilitation services for patients with speech and language disorders related to speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency. This position plans and carries out specialized treatment programs, documents treatment, and maintains data regarding patient care. This position demonstrates the clinical competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients served. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Evaluates patients’ functional abilities and limitations to determine appropriate intervention. Develops a plan of care and treatment goals, as ordered by physician or other referral source. 2. Implements individualized treatment plans that consider patients’ physical, social, spiritual, cultural, educational, and age-specific needs. Ensures that treatment plans are supported by standard practices and/or current literature. Re-evaluates treatment plans, as needed, to ensure maximum patient benefit. 3. Educates patients, family, and other care providers to promote patient participation and attainment of therapeutic program goals. Provides individualized home programs with clear instructions. 4. Documents patient treatment according to professional and regulatory standards. 5. Participates in the provision of training to other staff and students. 6. Follows plan of care to accomplish functions within established procedures and scope of practice. Makes independent judgments based on specialized knowledge. Confers with supervisor on any unusual situations. Internal customers: All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: Physician offices, patient families, third party payers, and medical supply companies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited university program. Current licensure in the state of practice. Certificate of Clinical Competence or documented acceptance in Clinical Fellowship Year. BLS certification required. Requires the ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare providers. Must have strong interpersonal communications and human relation skills. Must have the ability to become proficient with computer software applications commonly used in an automated patient care environment. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Additional related education and/or experience preferred.