Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - PRN

Select Medical • Lake Worth, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Select Specialty Hospital - Palm Beach is a critical illness recovery hospital providing inpatient post-ICU services to chronically and critically ill patients who need extended healing and recovery. The Speech Language Pathologist provides compassionate care and collaborates with colleagues to deliver quality interdisciplinary patient programming. The position is per diem in Palm Beach, Florida, with compensation of $55 per hour and a $7,500 sign-on bonus. The employer offers an extensive orientation program and notes potential full-time opportunities based on demonstrated skills and dedication. Part-time and per-diem employees may qualify for 401(k) eligibility after reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or a subsequent calendar year.

Requirements

• Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Certified BLS, or completion of BLS within the first 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language & Hearing Association.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ communication skills and/or swallowing function and provide goal-oriented treatment to support their maximum communication and swallowing potential.
• Collaborate with associates to provide quality interdisciplinary patient programming.
• Participate with staff in monitoring the quality of services provided by the Rehab Therapy Department.
• Participate in peer review for staff performance and appraisals.
• Assist in developing the SLP role in programs and services and revising departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining an adequate stock of supplies.
• Share professional knowledge and experience.
• Alert the Manager to educational needs.

Benefits

• $7,500 sign-on bonus.
• Extensive orientation program.
• Potential future full-time opportunities.
• 401(k) eligibility for part-time/per-diem employees after reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or a subsequent calendar year.
• Benefits supporting financial, work/life, and emotional well-being for employees and their family members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed