Speech Therapist

Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Speech Therapist? At Head and Neck Specialist of WNC you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Head and Neck Specialist of WNC offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Speech Therapist like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Speech Therapist provides high-quality, patient-centered care by developing and conducting individualized therapy programs for patients with communication, cognitive, and/or swallowing impairments. As a member of the health care team, the Speech Therapist performs comprehensive patient assessments and establishes appropriate treatment goals. The Speech Therapist serves as an educator to patients, families, students and colleagues.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: 

• Will work with otolaryngologists. The ideal candidate will have specialized knowledge of the larynx to aid in the diagnostic and treatment process with otolaryngologists and various other medical professionals.
• This opportunity is sub-specialized in the assessment and treatment of speech, voice, and swallowing disorders related to head and neck cancer. 

• Conducts a subjective assessment of assigned patient’s speech language abilities during spontaneous conversation. Administers objective tests to assess patient’s communication assets and liabilities. 

• Compares results to standardized data to evaluate communicative function. 

• Structures and implements individualized patient program to improve communication abilities. 

• Evaluates patient regularly during treatment and adjusts program as needed to maximize patient progress. 

• Documents progress in patient’s chart. Completes notes, charges, discharge notes and patient communication. 

• Provides ongoing education to patient and family as needed. 

• Collaborates effectively with all members of the rehabilitation team. 

• Maintains a safe, secure, and infection/hazard-free environment. 

• Consults with Program Director and Rehab Physician/Medical Director regarding pre-screen assessments and physician consultations to determine appropriate placement of potential patients. 

• Serves as an educational resource to patients, families, interdisciplinary team members, payor representatives, physicians, discharge planners, therapists, community members, and other parties as appropriate regarding rehabilitation issues. 

• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with patients, families, co-workers, physicians, payor representatives, hospital administration, community members, and referral sources. 

• Implements operations and processes to support, facilitate, and maintain uniform performance of inpatient care. 

• Supports interdepartmental performance-improvement/customer satisfaction activities. 

• Completes assigned non-clinical duties when the need arises. 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

• Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” and “Mission and Value Statement.” 

EDUCATION: 

• Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology is required. 

EXPERIENCE: 

• 1+ years’ experience in direct patient rehab is required. 

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: 

• Currently licensed as a Speech/Language Pathologist in the state(s) of practice, in accordance with law and regulation. - Required 

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) - Preferred

Physician Services Groupis skilled in physician employment, practice and urgent care operations. We are experts in hospitalist integration, and graduate medical education. We lead more than 1,300 physician practices and 170+ urgent care centers. We are HCA Healthcare’s graduate medical education leader. We provide direction for over 260 exceptional resident and fellowship programs. We focus on carrying out value-added solutions. These solutions help physicians deliver patient-centered healthcare. We support HCA Healthcare's commitment to the care and improvement of human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Speech Therapist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.