Speech Therapist

Speech Therapist Opportunity

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Speech Therapist today with TriStar Summit Medical Center, which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Speech Therapist where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for performing comprehensive patient evaluations of cognitive-communication, swallowing, voice, speech, hearing, and/or language, as ordered by physicians. This role is responsible for all aspects of patient care including evaluation, plan of care, treatments, education of patient/family, communication with physicians, and documentation of patient care.

What you will do in this role:

• Complete video fluoroscopic swallow studies according to policy and procedure in a safe manner
• Develop and implement effective treatment programs in consultation with physicians.
• Treat patients in accordance with Speech/Language Pathology standards of care and practice.
• Perform evaluations such as bedside swallowing evaluations, accurately and communicates results timely to all appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Formulate a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.

What qualifications you will need:

• Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology required
• Current SLP license in state of Tennessee required
• AHA BLS certification required within 30 days of employment
• Interpersonal skills to successfully interact with Patient, Staff, Physicians, Community required

TriStar Summit Medical Center is a 234-bed comprehensive facility offering a full array of acute care services, including cardiology, emergency, oncology, orthopedics, rehabilitation and women's services. As an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI and a Primary Stroke Center, the hospital is a leading provider of emergency heart and stroke care.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Speech Therapist opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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