Speech Pathologist

Banner Health Corporate; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health Brush, a Banner Health facility in Colorado, seeks a Speech Language Therapist to provide evaluation and rehabilitation for adults with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency disorders. The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with some flexibility and potential cross-location support.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, current state licensure, CCC or CFY status, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current licensure in the state of practice.
• CCC or CFY acceptance documented.
• BLS certification required.
• Collaborative skills with physicians and providers.
• Proficiency with computer software in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Screening, evaluation, and rehabilitation for speech and language disorders.
• Develops treatment plans and documents patient care.
• Educates patients and families; provides home programs.
• Documents treatment according to standards.
• Participates in staff and student training.
• Follows plan of care and exercises independent judgment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

BLS certified

Documentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State licensure

CCC certification / CFY acceptance

Job description

Primary City/State: Brush, Colorado Department Name: Speech Thrpy-Hosp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care $15,000 Hire on Incentive and Relocation Available!* Find your path in health care. We want to change the lives of those in our care – and the people who choose to take on this challenge. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you. Nestled in the high plains of northeastern Colorado, Brush is full of small-town charm and rich history. State Wildlife areas and state parks offer hunting, wildlife viewing, fishing, hiking and water activities yea- round. In-town recreation includes golf, four local parks, an outdoor swimming pool, and a roller-skating rink. As a Speech Language Therapist, you will see a caseload consisting predominately of adults with the potential to expand into pediatric clients. You will be an active and engaged change agent; dedicated to the needs of our patients and families. Steadfast to safe, kind, effective, efficient, evidenced-based and high quality clinical care, outcome focused and solution oriented. Schedule: Fulltime | 40 Hours/Week Monday – Friday 8am–5pm with some flexibility available This position has the potential to assist at our partner location, Sterling Regional Medical Center. *If selected, the recruiter will provide eligibility criteria for the sign-on bonus

East Morgan County Hospital is a 25-bed licensed critical access facility, level IV trauma center, offering a full array of health care services and two clinic locations: Banner Family Medicine Brush and Banner Health Clinic Fort Morgan. East Morgan County Hospital is in Brush, Colorado, 1-hour northeast of Denver. Situated in the agriculturally rich South Platte River valley, Brush is home to 5,500 people and serves over 15,000. The community thrives on its rural pace and charm and is revered for its “Homegrown Happiness!” Nestled in the wide-open plains of northeastern Colorado, Brush boasts a rich history and limitless outdoor recreation. With award-winning fishing and boating nearby, numerous parks and biking trails, some of the best of Colorado is here. Accredited by The Joint Commission and Designated as a Pathway to Excellence hospital, East Morgan County Hospital brings together state-of-the-art technology and an exceptional team of health care professionals to provide the most compassionate, innovative, and personalized care possible. As a District owned hospital, operated by Banner Health, East Morgan County Hospital can provide the small-town, close-knit atmosphere all while having the resources of a large hospital system in the rural setting.

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.

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.

Estimated Pay Range: $39.00 - $65.00 / hour Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained.

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner): 2027-02-04

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