Speech Therapy PRN - Work on Weekends

100 LCMC Health; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

100 LCMC Health is seeking a passionate Speech Pathologist PRN to work on weekends, integral to our rehabilitation team. You will diagnose and provide therapy for patients facing communication and swallowing disorders.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's Degree in Speech Pathology, is licensed by the Louisiana Board, and possesses American Heart Association BLS certification. This role requires exceptional collaboration and patient engagement, ensuring optimal outcomes and continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Pathology.
• Licensed Speech Therapy through the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Monitor and engage with patients and their families regarding any concerns.
• Develop and deliver accurate evaluations and therapy services for patients.
• Supervise students, clinical fellows, and therapy technicians.

Job description

Your job is more than a job. You're looking for a career opportunity and we're looking for a Speech Pathologist PRN; work on weekends who is passionate about diagnosing and providing therapy for patients with communication and swallowing disorders. You’ll be an integral part of our rehabilitation team, planning, organizing, and coordinating therapy and care for all types of speech and swallowing difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and work alongside physicians, nurses, and therapists to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
• Monitor and engage with patients, families, and appropriate care team members concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns.
• Develop a treatment plan and deliver clinically appropriate, timely, and accurate evaluation and therapy services for patients with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Evaluate and provide treatment for developmental disorders, clinical dysphagia, speaking valve, and oral motor disorders and document results in the EMR.
• Provide speech therapy to patients with various diagnoses using appropriate strategies based on patient’s age, evidence, and best practices.
• Supervise students, clinical fellows, therapy technicians, and volunteers as needed.
• Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
• Advise and consult with supervisor when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely.
• Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources.
• Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Pathology.
• Licensed Speech Therapy through the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech‑Language Pathology and Audiology.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Work Shift

Weekends (United States of America).

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.