New Grad Speech Language Pathologist, Inpatient or Acute Care or Outpatient, Frazier Rehab Institute, $4,500 sign on bonus

UofL Health • Louisville, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

UofL Health is hiring a new graduate Speech Language Pathologist for acute care, inpatient rehabilitation at Frazier Rehab Institute, or outpatient rehabilitation. The therapist evaluates and treats patients referred to the facility, develops and implements appropriate treatment plans, delivers treatment services, and conducts comprehensive discharge planning. The role contributes as an effective team member to department and organizational goals.

Therapists work with complex patients in a culturally diverse academic medical system and collaborate with physicians, residents, nurses, and other professionals. The organization offers professional development through continuing education and opportunities to contribute to research projects, presentations, conferences, education, leadership, and community service. A $4,500 sign-on bonus is available for a one-year, full-time work commitment in any of the speech therapy practice settings.

Requirements

• BS, MS, or doctorate-level degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Kentucky or the State of Indiana, as appropriate to the facility.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Experience requirements vary by practice setting and facility programmatic needs.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, implement appropriate therapy treatment, and conduct regular reassessments to modify treatment and maximize functional independence in accordance with practice guidelines and department policies.
• Communicate patient status, evaluation results, treatment plans, and goals to physicians, patients, and other therapy customers in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, family members, internal customers, and external customers.
• Provide cost-effective treatment programming while considering treatment costs and department or facility resources.
• Ensure patient charges and clinical documentation comply with regulatory standards and department policies.
• Oversee rehabilitation technicians, therapy assistants, and students in accordance with discipline practice acts and organizational policies.
• Monitor workflow to meet productivity, practice, and regulatory requirements, and review work of staff or personnel as appropriate.
• Participate in program development, performance improvement activities, and organization-sponsored community events.
• Respond professionally to feedback and concerns using listening, problem-solving, and participatory management skills.
• Assist with interviewing, selecting, and orienting new personnel.
• Complete required documentation and maintain pertinent patient records for regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a role model by demonstrating commitment to professional growth, department growth, and competency.
• Organize job duties and responsibilities efficiently and productively.
• Participate in departmental and program meetings and constructively express concerns and ideas.
• Escalate equipment and supply needs or gaps through appropriate channels.
• Assume additional leadership responsibilities as needed to support department goals.
• Maintain equipment and the environment in a safe and orderly manner.
• Contribute to department and program operations in alignment with the organization's strategic plan and mission.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $4,500 sign-on bonus for a one-year, full-time work commitment in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, or outpatient rehabilitation.
• Free undergraduate tuition at the University of Louisville for the employee and family.
• Certification reimbursement opportunities.
• Family health care plans, including medical, dental, and vision, starting at $159 per month.
• Competitive salaries and benefit packages.
• Relocation assistance.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level