Speech Pathologist - Acute Speech and Hearing - Flexi/PRN (801)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama is seeking a licensed or eligible Speech-Language Pathologist to diagnose, evaluate, and treat communication disorders. The role involves developing and implementing therapeutic speech-language development programs and services within a comprehensive health system.

The position requires a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, completion of CFY, CCC within the designated timeframe, and current CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Licensure by the Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA) or eligibility is required.
• Must complete clinical fellowship and obtain CCC within the designated timeframe.
• CPR certification is currently required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, evaluate and treat individuals with communication disorders.
• Develop and implement therapeutic speech-language development programs and services.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Licensed or eligible to be licensed by ABESPA

Job description

Job Description

To diagnose, evaluate and treat individuals with communications problems such as speech, language fluency, and swallowing disorders. To develop and implement therapeutic speech and language development programs and services.

Position Overview

Pay range: $50.00/hr.

To diagnose, evaluate and treat individuals with communications problems such as speech, language fluency, and swallowing disorders. To develop and implement therapeutic speech and language development programs and services.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Licensed or eligible to be licensed by the Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA) required. Must complete clinical fellowship and receive Certificate of Clinical Competence within designated timeframe. Currently certified with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama's largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year - from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital - ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital - along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent's hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.