Speech Pathologist PRN

100 LCMC Health; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

100 LCMC Health is seeking a Speech Therapist to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans and providing speech therapy for patients with communication disorders, ensuring safety and an exceptional experience for patients.

Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Speech Pathology, a Louisiana Speech Therapy License, and current BLS certification. The role is based in the United States with day shifts available.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Pathology required.
• Licensed Speech Therapy through the Louisiana Board required.
• Current Basic Life Support certification from AHA required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for optimal patient outcomes.
• Develop treatment plans for patients with communication disorders.
• Provide speech therapy using evidence-based practices.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate with families.

Skills

Patient engagement

Team collaboration

Communication strategies

Supervision

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Pathology

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

BLS certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and work alongside physicians, nurses, and therapists to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
• Monitor and engage with patients, families, and appropriate care team members concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns.
• Develop a treatment plan and deliver clinically appropriate, timely, and accurate evaluation and therapy services for patients with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Evaluate and provide treatment for developmental disorders, clinical dysphagia, speaking valve, and oral motor disorders, and document results in the EMR.
• Provide speech therapy to patients with various diagnoses using appropriate strategies based on patient’s age, evidence, and best practices.
• Supervise students, clinical fellows, therapy technicians, and volunteers as needed.
• Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
• Advise and consult with supervisor when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely.
• Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources.
• Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Pathology.
• Licensed Speech Therapy through the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech‑Language Pathology and Audiology.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

LCMC Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.