Speech Pathologist - PRN

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Cartersville is seeking a Speech Pathologist (PRN) to provide diagnostic evaluations and treatment for patients across the age spectrum, including neonates and geriatrics. The role involves coordinating consultations, interpreting assessments, and supervising rehab technicians and students in a busy acute care setting.

The candidate must hold a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, CCC from ASHA, and Georgia licensure with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate consultations and diagnostic evaluations for patients with communication disorders and/or dysphagia.
• Interpret assessment data and plan/treat speech-language pathology interventions.
• Supervise rehabilitation technicians, students, and observers; orient and guide staff as needed.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders

CCC-ASHA Certification

Job description

Job ID: 11731

Speech Pathologist - PRN

Overview:

Provides speech-language pathology services by coordinating consultations and diagnostic evaluations with patients having known or suspected communication disorders and/or oropharyngeal dysphagia; and interpreting assessment data; planning and performing speech-language pathology treatment intervention programs when appropriate that restore function, prevent disability and help patients reach maximum potential. Provides patient care to all age groups to include neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric. Responsible for the supervision of rehabilitation technicians, students, and observers. May be responsible for orientation and ongoing guidance of assigned staff.

Must have direct acute care hospital experience. Be proficient in completing Modified Barium Swallow studies. PRN mainly for weekend coverage (2-4 weekend shifts per month) and during times of high volume/call outs/vacation coverage. Will be required to work min 1 holiday per year.

Responsibilities:

Provides speech-language pathology services by coordinating consultations and diagnostic evaluations with patients having known or suspected communication disorders and/or oropharyngeal dysphagia; and interpreting assessment data; planning and performing speech-language pathology treatment intervention programs when appropriate that restore function, prevent disability and help patients reach maximum potential. Provides patient care to all age groups to include neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric. Responsible for the supervision of rehabilitation technicians, students, and observers. May be responsible for orientation and ongoing guidance of assigned staff.

Qualifications:

Education

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders from an accredited graduate school. Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Required

Work Experience

• No experience required Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensure by the Georgia Board of Examiners of Speech/Language Pathology. BLS certification through AHA or ARC Required

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Cartersville

Position Information

Location

Cartersville, Georgia

Posted

08/12/2026

Type

Rehab

Schedule

PRN

Job ID

11731