Speech Therapist - Part-time

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Bullhead City, AZ

About The Position

The Speech Therapist 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 Therapist collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure comprehensive patient care. This is a part-time, day position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; the position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
1–3 years of experience as a Speech Therapist in a clinical, hospital, or rehabilitation setting.
Strong knowledge of speech-language pathology principles, evaluation techniques, and treatment methodologies.
Proficiency in performing Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies and interpreting results.
Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills for accuracy in patient records and billing.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to educate patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Knowledge of healthcare regulations, HIPAA compliance, and ethical standards in speech therapy practice.
Health Services/SLP - Speech Language Practitioner license in the state of employment, or ST - Speech Therapist license in the state of employment.
BCLS - Basic Life Support certification.
Authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer; immigration sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies and dysphagia management.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and assess speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders, considering educational, medical, social, and psychological factors.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using appropriate therapeutic interventions to optimize patient outcomes.
Provide treatment for 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 accurate maintenance of 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 other speech therapy professionals and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and maximize therapeutic outcomes.
Participate in discharge planning, providing necessary follow-up recommendations and physician feedback.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.