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

UofL Health • Louisville, KY

1d • 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 referred patients, develops and implements treatment plans, delivers treatment services, and provides comprehensive discharge planning. The therapist works as an effective team member and contributes to department and organizational goals.

The role includes evaluating patients and reassessing them regularly to modify treatment and support functional independence. The therapist communicates evaluation results, treatment plans, and goals to physicians and patients; maintains effective relationships with patients, families, and colleagues; provides cost-conscious treatment; and ensures charges and clinical documentation meet regulatory and departmental requirements. The therapist may oversee rehabilitation technicians, therapy assistants, and students, monitor workflow and productivity, and participate in program development, performance improvement, community events, and departmental activities.

Work schedules vary by setting and include 7–10-hour shifts, 4–5 shifts per week. Overtime is required infrequently. A $4,500 sign-on bonus is offered 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.
• Experience as required by the practice setting and facility programmatic needs.
• 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).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and implement competent therapy treatment, including regular reassessments and treatment modifications to maximize functional independence.
• Communicate patient status, evaluation results, treatment plans, and goals to physicians and therapy customers through timely written or verbal communication.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, family members, internal customers, and external customers.
• Provide cost-effective treatment programming while considering the financial implications of treatment costs and resources.
• Ensure patient charges and clinical documentation comply with regulatory standards and department policies and procedures.
• Oversee rehabilitation technicians, therapy assistants, and students in accordance with applicable practice acts and organizational policies.
• Monitor workflow to ensure productivity, standards of practice, and regulatory requirements are met, and review staff work as appropriate.
• Participate in program development, performance improvement activities, and organization-sponsored community events.
• Respond professionally to feedback and concerns using effective listening and problem-solving skills.
• Assist with interviewing, selecting, and orienting new personnel.
• Complete required documentation and maintain pertinent records for assigned patients.
• Serve as a role model by demonstrating commitment to professional and department growth and competency.
• Organize job duties and responsibilities to work efficiently and productively.
• Participate in departmental and programmatic meetings, constructively expressing concerns and ideas.
• Escalate equipment and supply needs or gaps through appropriate pathways.
• Assume additional leadership responsibilities as needed to support department goals.
• Maintain equipment and the work 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 a speech therapy practice setting.
• Free undergraduate tuition at the University of Louisville for the employee and family.
• Certification reimbursement opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision health care plans for families starting at $159 per month.
• Competitive salaries and benefit packages.
• Relocation assistance.
• Professional development opportunities, including continuing education, research projects, professional presentations, and conferences.

What This Job Offers

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