Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - PRN

Overview Critical Illness Recovery Hospital Location: Battle Creek, Michigan (6th floor of Bronson Battle Creek Hospital) Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - PRN Pay: $52.00 per hour Select Specialty Hospital Battle Creek is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Speech Pathologists (SLP) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way. Why Join Us Start Strong : Extensive Speech Pathologist (SLP) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting Opportunity for Advancement : Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities Your Impact Matters : Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care Responsibilities As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will take initiative, responsibility, and action every day; you understand physical, mental, psychological and social needs of your patients. You have an understanding of communication skills, evaluation, and treatment and a desire to work in collaboration with associates to provide quality interdisciplinary patient programming. You will provide a comprehensive evaluation of communication skills and/or swallowing function and provide goal-oriented treatment to facilitate maximum communication and/or swallowing potential. Participates with fellow staff in monitoring the quality of services provided by the Rehab Therapy Department. Participates in peer review for staff performance and appraisals. Assists in the development of the SLP role in programs and services, as well as revising the departmental policies and procedures. Assists in maintaining an adequate stock of supplies. Exhibits willingness to share professional knowledge and experience. Alerts the Manager to educational needs Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required. Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required. Preferred Qualifications Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech‑Language & Hearing Association. #J-18808-Ljbffr Select Medical