Speech Pathologist NICU

Banner Health; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Weekend differential

Job summary

Banner Health's NICU Speech Pathologist position at Banner University Medical Center Tucson provides care for pediatric patients in an acute care setting. The role involves evaluation, treatment planning, and family education, with a focus on evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The NICU specialist works 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with some weekend coverage and a weekend differential. A $5,000 sign-on incentive is available to eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current licensure in the state of practice.
• CCC or documented acceptance in Clinical Fellowship Year.
• BLS certification.
• Ability to collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with common computer software in patient care environments.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at time of hire and during employment.

Responsibilities

• Screening, evaluation, and rehabilitation for speech-language disorders in pediatric patients.
• Plan and carry out treatment programs; document care and outcomes.
• Educate patients, families, and care providers; provide home programs.
• Document treatment per professional standards; participate in staff training.
• Collaborate with the health care team to deliver evidence-based care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration with physicians

Communication with families

Computer literacy

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State licensure

CCC or CFY

BLS certification

Tools

Patient care software

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 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. 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, evidence-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!

Benefits and Compensation

• 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.

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.

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