Speech Language Pathologist

Company Overview Discover Vanderbilt Health: With eight hospitals and over 180 clinics, we are the region’s largest comprehensive academic health system. Vanderbilt Health has a long tradition of providing world-class care to the people of the Mid-South, living out our mission of moving medicine forward through preeminent programs in patient care, education and research. Here you’ll find a spirit of collaboration and a supportive community where your expertise is valued, your knowledge expanded and your uniqueness celebrated. We are committed to fostering an environment where talented, compassionate people are united in bringing the most advanced care to our neighbors throughout the region. Job Summary Speech- Language Pathologist (SLP) - Adult Acute Care Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital Tullahoma, Tennessee Full-Time | Monday-Friday Speech-language pathologist provides evaluation and treatment for speech, language, cognitive, swallowing disorders and/or other voice disorders. Responsible for inpatient, outpatient and any contract services as assigned. They are expected to assist in general program development and to be actively involved in continuing education. In addition, they are responsible for knowing and adhering to hospital and departmental policies and procedures and the standards outlined in the Code of Ethics of ASHA and adhering to federal, state and local regulations. About Vanderbilt Health Join a National Leader in Patient Care, Education, and Innovation Vanguard Tullahoma-Harton Hospital is seeking an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP) to join our Adult Acute Care team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with medically complex adult patients while practicing advanced swallowing diagnostics and intervention in a collaborative hospital environment. We're looking for an SLP with strong dysphagia expertise who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care, contributing to interdisciplinary practice, and helping patients achieve meaningful outcomes. Why Vanderbilt Health? At Vanderbilt Health, you'll join one of the nation's most respected healthcare systems, recognized for excellence in patient care, education, research, and innovation. Our rehabilitation professionals are empowered to practice at the top of their license and are valued members of the patient care team. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning Day 1 Generous paid time off and holiday benefits Retirement savings plans with employer contributions Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities Continuing education support Life and disability insurance Employee wellness programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career growth across the Vanderbilt Health system What You’ll Do Evaluate and treat adults with swallowing, speech, language, cognitive-communication, and voice disorders Provide comprehensive dysphagia assessment and treatment Perform Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS/VFSS) Perform Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) Develop individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practice Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals Document patient care in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards Educate patients and caregivers regarding swallowing safety and communication needs Mentor graduate students and Clinical Fellows within a teaching hospital environment Support the continued growth of speech-language pathology services, including future outpatient opportunities Required Qualifications Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required Tennessee Speech-Language Pathology license or eligibility Completion of Clinical Fellowship (CF) Minimum of 5 years of Speech-Language Pathology experience Strong experience in dysphagia evaluation and treatment Preferred Qualifications Adult acute care hospital experience Experience managing medically complex and high-acuity adult patients independently Experience working in ICU and acute medical/surgical settings Experience performing MBSS/VFSS and FEES Interest in supporting future outpatient rehabilitation services Confidence serving as a clinical resource within an interdisciplinary team KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provides direct patient care within scope of practice. Evaluates, screens and treats human communication behaviors and disorders as well as swallowing and or other voice disorders. Initiates treatment plans, treatment, administration, instruction and consulting services. Apply principles, methods, and procedures for the prevention, identification, evaluation, treatment, consultation, habilitation, rehabilitation, instruction and research relative to the development and disorders of human communication, including but not limited to disorders related to speech, phonology, articulation, fluency, voice, accent, verbal and written language and related non-verbal forms of language, cognitive, communication, auditory and visual processing, comprehension, interactive communication, mastication, dysphagia, and other oral, pharyngeal, laryngeal sensorimotor competencies. The SLP may select and fit prosthetic and or electrical devices for speech and swallowing. Managerial and/or supervisory responsibilities related to the organization unit Participation in Performance Improvement (PI) activities. Marketing services as appropriate. Participate in career fairs, job expos, local or regional health fairs or community discussions/ panels as requested. Attends case conference meetings as needed. Participate in student programs when requested. Adheres to HRMC policies and procedures. Demonstrates professionalism within work-related activities. Adheres to and respects patient confidentiality. Technical Capabilities Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings. These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South. Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion. Core Accountabilities Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members. Core Capabilities Supporting Colleagues Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas. Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements. Position Qualifications Settings: This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. PEOPLE ARE AT THE HEART OF ALL WE DO. Great health care takes great people. Station Details We’re looking for like-minded individuals driven to make a difference. We invite you to explore careers at Vanderbilt Health, where we value collaboration, embrace continuous learning and foster an environment where everyone can thrive. We’re the largest private employer in Middle Tennessee, with a growing team and an expanding footprint across towns and communities throughout the region. We employ more than 43,000 people who work in inpatient and outpatient clinical care, research and graduate medical education. Our employees also serve in critical supporting roles in administration, information technology and informatics, finance, legal and community affairs, communications and marketing, fundraising, groundskeeping and facilities, and many other departments. Our Venues We have more than 2,100 licensed hospital beds at eight hospitals: Vanderbilt University Hospital, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital, Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital, Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital, Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital, Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital, Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital. Vanderbilt Health is the Mid-South's largest provider of specialty care, with hundreds of outpatient clinic and surgical locations throughout the region, and Tennessee’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center for adults and children. We are one of the nation's busiest critical care centers, home to Middle Tennessee’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and Burn Center for adults and children, and Middle Tennessee’s only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. We are the nation’s largest transplant center, and last year we performed the most heart transplants than any center worldwide. Vanderbilt Health is an epicenter for biomedical research, winning over $1 billion in annual research awards from government, industry, foundations and donors. We are also a national leader in medical training and education, with the largest clinical training center in the Mid-South and the only training center in Tennessee for many adult and pediatric specialties. We’re honored to be consistently considered among the nation’s best hospitals for quality, safety and patient satisfaction. Three of our hospitals — Vanderbilt University Hospital, Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital and Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital — have been awarded a Five-Star Quality Rating from Medicare. We support each other and encourage excellence among every member of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth opportunities, competitive compensation and benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. Join us in advancing health care. Our Vision & Mission Our vision: The world leader in advancing personalized health. Our mission: Personalizing the patient experience through our caring spirit and distinctive capabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr