Speech Therapist PRN

TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching contributions

Education assistance

Paid time off and family leave

Job summary

TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center is seeking a Speech Therapist to provide patient-centered care through individualized therapy programs for patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing impairments. The role involves assessing and documenting patient progress and collaborating with a healthcare team.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Speech Therapy and be certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support. A commitment to high-quality care and team collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Therapy or related field.
• Must obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of patient’s speech language abilities.
• Implement individualized patient programs to improve communication.
• Evaluate patient progress and adjust programs as needed.
• Document progress in patient’s chart and consult with colleagues.

Skills

Patient assessment

Individualized therapy programs

Communication improvement

Education

Master’s Degree

Tools

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Job description

Do you have the career opportunities as a Speech Therapist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Speech Therapist provides high-quality, patient-centered care by developing and conducting individualized therapy programs for patients with communication, cognitive, and/or swallowing impairments. As a member of the health care team, the Speech Therapist performs comprehensive patient assessments and establishes appropriate treatment goals. The Speech Therapist serves as an educator to patients, families, students and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• You will conduct a subjective assessment of assigned patient’s speech language abilities during spontaneous conversation. You will administer objective tests to assess patient’s communication assets and liabilities.
• You will structure and implement individualized patient program to improve communication abilities.
• You will evaluate patient regularly during treatment and adjust program as needed to maximize patient progress.
• You will document progress in patient’s chart. You will complete notes, charges, discharge notes and patient communication.
• You will consult with Program Director and Rehab Physician/Medical Director regarding pre‑screen assessments and physician consultations to determine appropriate placement of potential patients.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Master’s Degree
• Speech Therapist, or Speech Pathologist

We are an opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.