Speech Therapist

Tenet Healthcare; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Health savings accounts

Employee Assistance program

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Job summary

Delray Medical Center is hiring a Staff Speech Language Pathologist to provide therapy services and documentation for referred patients. The role includes assessment, treatment planning, and collaborative communication with care teams to achieve effective outcomes.

Qualified candidates will have a Master's degree in Communication Disorders or SLP, Florida license (CFY eligible), and active BLS. The position offers a supportive environment within Tenet Healthcare’s Delray Medical Center network

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Communication Disorders or SLP.
• Florida license or provisional license (CFY) as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Eligible for ASHA CCC or CFY certification.
• Current American Heart Association BLS card.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services to patients upon referral from licensed practitioners.
• Assess, plan, and document treatment programs and progress.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Participate in performance improvement and program growth.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Master's Degree in Communication Disorders or Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

Delray Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Delray Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Full Time, Days

Up to $8,000 SOB for qualified candidates, paid over 24 months.

The Staff Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for providing therapy services, upon referral from an appropriate licensed practitioner, to patients including assessment, treatment program planning, and implementation related documentation and communication. Evaluates and treats patients in order to produce effective outcomes. Communicates and assists in resolving problems. Demonstrates effective resource utilization that is critical to operational stability within the organization. Participates in performance improvement and program growth.

Responsibilities

• Reports for scheduled shift on time and prepared to assume responsibilities.
• Attends and participates in meetings and is responsible for all information communicated at meetings.
• Adheres to Corporate, Regional, hospital and departmental policy and procedure 100% of the time.
• Assists all patients, family members, physicians, visitors and employees in a professional and courteous manner.
• Adheres to the following environmental care standards.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• Minimum: Masters Degree in Communication Disorders or Speech Language Pathology

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience desired, but not required

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE/REGISTRATION:

• Eligible for clinical fellowship year to earn ASHA Certification of Clinical Competency in Speech Language Pathology or has earned ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Florida license or provisional license (CFY) as a Speech Language Pathologist from the Agency of Health Care Administration’s Division of Medical Quality Assurance.
• Current American Heart Association BLS card

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Organization Description

Delray Medical Center, part of the Palm Beach Health Network, is a 536-bed acute care hospital spanning 30 acres, employing over 1,700 employees, 700 physicians and serving southern Palm Beach County for over 40 years. As both a community hospital and state-designated Level I Trauma Center, Delray Medical Center offers several specialized services including advanced cardiac and vascular facilities, orthopedics, neurosciences, emergency care and weight-loss surgery. Pinecrest Rehabilitation and Outpatient Hospital at Delray Medical Center is the only state designated brain and spinal cord injury rehabilitation program in the county by the State of Florida. Delray Medical Center is also home to Fair Oaks Pavilion, a 53-bed adult psychiatry unit. Come join one of our many teams!

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