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PRN Speech-Language Pathologist - Acute Care
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$101,723 / year median in California
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Job Overview & Responsibilities As an Inpatient/Acute Care Speech-Language Pathologist, you'll use evidence-based techniques to transform patients' lives. Your primary responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients with a diagnosis of stroke, traumatic brain injury, head and neck cancer, and progressive neurological conditions. This role gives you the opportunity for interdisciplinary team collaboration to ensure the best and most evidenced based practice for our patients. Your Responsibilities as a Speech-Language Pathologist Deliver evidence-based, quality care to each patient to facilitate return home or to next level of care Establish timely treatment plans for each patient's specific needs Demonstrate a positive connection with patients, patient's family, fellow clinicians, and other team members Build and maintain relationships with hospital staff (i.e. physicians, case management, nurses, social workers, dietitians, etc.) Qualifications & Pay Range Qualifications Graduate of a master's degree program in Speech-Language Pathology Certificate of Clinical Competence from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association State Licensure in Speech Language Pathology Clinical Fellows are welcome to apply Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association Pay Range 48.00 - 58.00 per hour Any posted pay range considers multiple compensations factors including background, experience, and work location while also allowing for salary growth within the position. This does not include bonuses. Company Overview Expanding Access to Quality Care At PT Solutions, we're more than colleagues; we're a tight-knit community united in our mission to expand access to quality care. Our commitment to you is evident in our industry-leading professional development opportunities. From ongoing evidence-based clinical education to dedicated mentorship opportunities and an APTA-accredited Orthopaedic Residency Program, we propel our clinicians toward excellence in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and athletic training. As we aim to be the go-to rehabilitation provider, we seek committed professionals eager to join us in that mission. A career with PT Solutions is an opportunity to shape the industry and make a lasting impact. Let's go further together and transform care. Join the #PTSLife today! To see what #PTSLife is like, visit Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. #LI-CH