PRN Speech Pathologist

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•La Follette, TN

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About The Position

The Speech Pathologist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive-communication, social communication, and swallowing disorders in children and adults. The role develops and implements individualized treatment plans to restore communicative efficiency and improve patient outcomes. The Speech Pathologist collaborates with physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.

Requirements

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
State Speech Language Pathologist license or ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC), or Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) status under supervision.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Proficiency in evaluating and treating a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
Knowledge of documentation standards and EMR systems.
Understanding of ethical practice standards and healthcare regulatory compliance.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of clinical experience in speech-language pathology.
Experience with Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies and dysphagia management.
Skill in completing MBS studies and interpreting results.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and assess speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders, considering educational, medical, social, and psychological factors across diverse patient populations.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with appropriate therapeutic interventions to optimize patient outcomes.
Treat patients with communication impairments of organic and nonorganic etiology.
Perform Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) evaluations in collaboration with the Radiology department and communicate results effectively.
Document treatment interventions, patient progress, outcomes, and response to therapy in the medical record daily.
Ensure proper coding and maintain accurate charge logs for billing and compliance.
Use evidence-based techniques and positive reinforcement to encourage patient participation in therapy sessions.
Consult with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate referrals for additional services when needed.
Educate and train patients, families, and caregivers through verbal, written, and demonstrative instruction to support continuity of care.
Collaborate with speech therapy professionals and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and therapeutic outcomes.
Participate in discharge planning and provide follow-up recommendations and physician feedback.
Conduct comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing evaluations, including MBS studies when indicated.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.