SLP - Speech Language Pathologist - PRN - Rural
UAB St. Vincent's•Oneonta, AL
About The Position
The Speech Language Pathologist works in Rehab Services at UAB St. Vincent's Blount on an as-needed basis when full-time staff are on PTO and during periods of high patient census. The role evaluates and treats patients requiring speech-language therapy, uses appropriate standard therapy interventions, educates and counsels patients and families about treatment plans, maintains clinical records, follows performance-improvement recommendations, and plans or assists with discharge from speech therapy services while providing information about appropriate support programs.
Requirements
- Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist/Audiologist under the rules and regulations of the Alabama State Board of Speech Language Pathology.
- Graduate from an accredited program relevant to professional licensure.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients requiring speech-language therapy.
- Perform therapy interventions using standard techniques and skills appropriate to the patient's condition.
- Educate and counsel patients and families regarding treatment plans.
- Maintain clinical records and follow performance-improvement recommendations.
- Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from speech therapy services.
- Provide information regarding appropriate support programs.
Benefits
- For eligible positions only: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more.
