Speech Therapist

1000 Owensboro Health, Inc.; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patient populations according to competency levels in the Speech Therapy & Audiology department.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with clinical staff to ensure quality outcomes. A strong focus on education for patients and families accompanies therapy services.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required upon hire.
• Licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Kentucky required upon hire.
• BLS - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care.
• Maintains clinical records.
• Follows performance improvement recommendations.
• Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans.
• Performs skill proficiency requirements as related to experience.
• Aids with department maintenance.
• Utilizes equipment and materials according to standards and identifies new resources for budget planning.
• Assists with data collection for performance improvement projects.
• Supervises graduate students during clinical rotations.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Under pressure

Minimal supervision

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Master's degree or higher in related field

Job description

Entity: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital | Department: Speech Therapy & Audiology | Work Hours: 8am - 4:30 pm | Weekend Requirements: One

Job Summary

Evaluates and treats patient populations for speech-language therapy needs according to appropriate competency levels.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care
• maintains clinical records
• and follows performance improvement recommendations
• Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans
• Performs skill proficiency requirements as related to experience
• Aides with department maintenance
• Utilizes equipment and materials according to standards and identifies new resources desired for projected budget formulation
• Assists with statistical data collection for performance improvement projects
• Assists the supervisor with graduate student supervision by supervising SLP students completing clinical rotations

Skills and Attributes

Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment. Works under minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Position Requirements

• Work Experience No experience required
• Education Master's degree or higher in Speech Language Pathology required upon hire OR Master's degree or higher in related field required upon hire
• Licensure/Certification/Registration SLP - Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Organizational Responsibilities

Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information

This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings

• Physical Demands:
• (Clinical-Office/Clinic) Standing: 75%
• Walking: 75%
• Sitting: 50%
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: 25%
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: 25%
• Lifting over 75 lbs: 25%
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: 25%
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: 25%
• Carrying over 75 lbs: 25%
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: 75%
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: 50%
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: 50%
• Climbing: 50%
• Bending/Stooping: 75%
• Kneeling: 50%
• Crouching/Crawling: 50%
• Reaching: 75%
• Talking: 75%
• Hearing: 75%
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: 25%
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: 75%
• Keyboard Data Entry: 75%
• Running: 25%
• Vision: Depth Perception: 75%
• Vision: Distinguish Color: 75%
• Vision: Seeing Far: 75%
• Vision: Seeing Near: 75%
• Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Risk Level: Low-Risk Owensboro Health

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY

We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT

We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK

We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION

We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE

We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE

We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

About Owensboro Health

Owensboro Health is a nonprofit health system with a mission to heal the sick and to improve the health of the communities we serve in Kentucky and Indiana. The system includes Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, nationally recognized for design, architecture and engineering; Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital; Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center; the Owensboro Health Medical Group comprised of over 200 providers at more than 30 locations; three outpatient Healthplex facilities, a certified medical fitness facility, the Healthpark; a surgical weight loss center and program, and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center.