Speech Therapist: Elevate Patient Care & Growth

TriStar Health; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Fertility benefits

Counseling services

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase

Education assistance

Time off and leave

Job summary

TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center is seeking a Speech Therapist to deliver patient-centered care for communication, cognitive, and swallowing impairments. You will develop and conduct individualized therapy programs, perform comprehensive assessments, and educate patients and families as part of the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, administering tests, documenting progress, and collaborating with the Rehab Director to determine patient placement and goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Licensed as a Speech Therapist or Speech Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a subjective assessment of the patient’s speech-language abilities during spontaneous conversation.
• Administer objective tests to assess communication assets and liabilities.
• Structure and implement individualized patient therapy programs.
• Evaluate patient progress and adjust therapy to maximize outcomes.
• Document progress in the patient chart, complete notes and discharge communications.
• Consult with Program Director and Rehab Physician/Medical Director regarding pre-screenings and consultations.

Skills

Assessment and testing

Therapy planning

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center is seeking a Speech Therapist to deliver patient-centered care for communication, cognitive, and swallowing impairments. You will develop and conduct individualized therapy programs, perform comprehensive assessments, and educate patients and families as part of the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, administering tests, documenting progress, and collaborating with the Rehab Director to determine patient placement and goals.