Speech Therapist Outpatient- Pediatric Therapy - PRN 1st Shift

Huntsville Hospital Health System; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider dedicated to excellence in patient care. As a Speech Therapist, you will play a vital role in evaluating and treating patients with speech and communication disorders. This position offers a dynamic environment where you will collaborate with a diverse team, ensuring the highest standards of care. With a strong focus on professional development and a comprehensive benefits package, this is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. Be part of a recognized institution that prioritizes innovation and growth in the healthcare field.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Student loan reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

401K organization match

Employee discounts

Onsite training and education

Childcare services

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Therapy required.
• ASHA Certification and Alabama licensure needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and modify treatment programs.
• Supervise support staff and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Clinical experience with adults

Modified Barium Swallows

Videostroboscopic equipment

Education

Master's degree in Speech Therapy/Communication Disorders

ASHA Certification of Clinical Competence

Alabama licensure in Speech Pathology

Job description

Overview

The Speech Therapist assumes primary responsibility for evaluating patients, planning, implementing, supervising, reevaluating, and modifying treatment programs. The therapist maintains accurate records, documents progress reports, and provides patient education. Additionally, the therapist supervises support staff and students as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Master's degree in Speech Therapy/Communication Disorders from an accredited institution. ASHA Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology or eligibility to begin CFY with successful completion of the national exam. Alabama licensure in Speech Pathology or pending licensure upon CFY completion. BCLS certification required within the orientation period.

Experience: Preferably, clinical experience working with adults with speech, language, swallowing, or voice disorders, and training or experience with Modified Barium Swallows and operation of Videostroboscopic equipment.

Additional Skills/Abilities: Excellent communication skills and the ability and willingness to work with all patients in a fast-paced environment.

About Us

Highlights of our hospitals

Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state, including our Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and recognized as one of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs. Our facilities include six cath labs and four EP labs, along with various medical and step-down units, offering continuous growth opportunities. We provide a campus-based training center for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and a Nurse Residency Program to support new graduates transitioning into professional nurses. We prioritize your well-being with an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and more. We are dedicated to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We partner with the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program. Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.

Huntsville Hospital Benefits:

We offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short- and long-term disability, multiple retirement options with 401K organization match, nurse residency programs, tuition assistance, student loan reimbursement, onsite training and education, employee discounts at various vendors, and more.

Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:

• Careers: https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home
• Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/us/en/benefits
• Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
• Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al