Speech Pathologist NICU

Banner Health Corporate; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend differential

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking a NICU Speech Pathologist to join the Rehab team at Banner University Medical Center Tucson. The role focuses on pediatric populations in an acute care setting with a strong emphasis on safe, evidence-based care.

The position requires a Masters in Speech Language Pathology, state licensure, CCC-SLP or CFY eligibility, and BLS. Prior pediatric experience is preferred; the hospital offers a supportive interdisciplinary environment and opportunities for professional growth.

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.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients’ functional abilities and determines intervention goals.
• Implements individualized treatment plans aligned with best practices.
• Educates patients and families; provides home programs with clear instructions.
• Documents treatment per standards.
• Participates in training staff and students.
• Adheres to plan of care and communicates with supervisor on unusual situations.

Skills

Interpersonal communications

Collaborative with physicians

Computer literacy

Strong communication

EMR/EHR systems

Education

Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology

CCC-SLP or CFY eligible

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Primary City/State: Tucson, Arizona
Department Name: Speech Thrpy-Hosp
Work Shift: Day
Job Category: Clinical Care
$5,000 Hire-On Incentive Available

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Banner Health was named to Fortune’s America’s Most Innovative Companies list for the second year in a row for 2024 and named Most Trustworthy Companies in America by Newsweek. We’re proud to be recognized for our commitment to the latest health care advancements and excellent patient care. Banner – University Medical Center Tucson has been named Tucson’s top hospital and the third best in Arizona by U.S. News & World Report. This recognition is based on the latest rankings for the 2024-2025 Best Regional Hospitals, considering performance in 15 specialties and 20 procedures and conditions.

As the NICU Speech Pathologist you will bring your experience and passion for health care to our Rehab team! You will have the opportunity to work primarily with the pediatric population in an acute care setting. 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. Previous Speech Pathologist experience in a pediatric unit is preferred.

The NICU Speech Pathologist is for Banner University Medical Center, Tucson main campus facility. The shift is 40 hours per week 8 hour shifts, Monday-Friday with some weekend coverage. Enjoy a weekend differential of $3/hour for any Saturday or Sunday shift!

Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The academic medical center has earned Magnet Recognition becoming the only hospital in southern Arizona to meet the rigorous standards of the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program® for nursing excellence. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.

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

• 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.
• 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.
• Educates patients, family, and other care providers to promote patient participation and attainment of therapeutic program goals. Provides individualized home programs with clear instructions.
• Documents patient treatment according to professional and regulatory standards.
• Participates in the provision of training to other staff and students.
• 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.

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