Speech Language Pathologist

Title: RN - Speech Language Pathologist 
Location: Pikeville, KY
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Days 8A - 4:30P



 

PIKEVILLE MEDICAL CENTER

A Brief Overview PMC is home to Kentucky’s only Level II Trauma Center, the nation’s largest autism center offering ABA therapy, and Eastern Kentucky’s only Level II Advanced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Pikeville Medical Center has over 3,100 employees, 600 licensed medical providers and operates 11 Centers of Excellence. PMC nurses deliver compassionate, culturally effective care. PMC nurses coordinate all facets of patient care, collaborate with diverse healthcare professionals, and can progress to managing the most complex cases in their area of expertise.

Why PMC?

PMC is in Pikeville, Kentucky, where you can fall in love with the outdoors. Hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, golf, and scenic overlooks are at your fingertips in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains. The city of Pikeville is one of the state’s best-kept secrets for healthcare providers. During your stay, you can expect a full-service medical center with state-of-the-art equipment that boasts 348 beds while offering all major specialties as well as the only level II trauma center in the state of Kentucky. Additionally, Pikeville and the surrounding area are home to safe communities that provide peace of mind, and most importantly, patients and staff who will appreciate YOU for the care that you provide. Pikeville is a growing community that is home to many young professionals with the University of Pikeville’s school of Osteopathic Medicine, Optometry Program, Nursing Programs, and future College of Dental Medicine. From the local restaurants and downtown shopping to state-wide events such as Hillbilly Days, you’ll always feel at home.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

PMC is inclusive, intentionally creating a culture of acceptance where all are valued and respected for who they are. PMC fosters teamwork knowing that collaboration paves the way in its pursuit of excellence. 

Job Summary:
Assesses and treats patients from infant through geriatric with a variety of speech, language, and/or oral pharyngeal sensory-motor incompetencies according to standards of practice of the profession, regulatory agencies, and institution. Assists in managing daily operations of speech-language pathology services and collaborates with other disciplines to ensure the maximum level of care for patients.

Required Qualifications:



 

• Kentucky state license.
• BLS training (required after hire).

Preferred Qualifications:



 

• ASHA Certification of Clinical Competence.

Additional Information:



 

• Skills in using audiometer, formal tests, tape recorders, and dictaphones.
• Basic computer skills, including operating a personal computer, using a mouse, opening and closing programs, and loading paper into a printer.

 

RightSourcing (a part of Magnit) expected pay package may vary and/or include certain benefits like: Stipends (for clinical traveler workers only), Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K