Description

Speech Language Pathologist - NICU

Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Speech Language Pathologist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida Trinity Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

HCA Florida Trinity Hospital, 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 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.

• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Retirement readiness and rollover 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)

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/prn-employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Speech Language Pathologist PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

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.

We are currently looking for an ambitious Speech Language Pathologist to join our team. As our Speech Pathologist you will plan and administer medically prescribed treatment programs for the rehabilitation of speech, language, cognitive, and oral motor disorders. If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity.

Your duties and responsibilities may include:

· You will evaluate the patient’s condition, obtain case history, and administer diagnostic tests to determine nature and degree of speech and language problem.

• You will establish, implement, and modify treatment plans, in accordance with hospital/department policies and procedures, scope of practice and standards of practice.

• You will determine when patient progress and goals have been met or medical necessity no longer warrants intervention.

• You will establish provisions for continuing services and makes referrals to other professionals regarding patient care as necessary.

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology required.

• State of Florida Speech Language Pathologist licensed required.

• Experience in appropriate healthcare setting preferred.

• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) required through American Heart Association.

• Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) awarded by the Speech Language Hearing Association.

• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills; ability to read/comprehend written instructions; ability to follow verbal instructions; PC skills.

What you will do in this role:

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

• You will structure and implement individualized patient program to improve communication abilities.

• You will evaluate patient regularly during treatment and adjust program as needed to maximize patient progress.

• You will document progress in patient’s chart. You will complete notes, charges, discharge notes and patient communication.

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

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

• Certified Speech Language Hearing must be obtained within 60 months of employment start date

• Speech Pathologist

• Masters Degree

HCA Florida Trinity Hospital is a 340 bed hospital. We serve Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties. We offer specialty services including surgical, oncology and thoracic surgery. We have heart, vascular, behavioral health and obstetrics services. Our obstetrics services include a NICU and maternal fetal medicine. We offer ER 24/7 facilities to the surrounding areas for emergency services. We have been recognized as a leapfrog grade ‘A’ for patient safety. We are an advanced certified primary stroke center. We have earned the Joint Commission’s gold seal for total hips and total knees certification. Our oncology program is an accredited community cancer program. Our healthcare team brings over 50 years in a clinical setting. We have dedication to patient-centered care. Our colleagues are encouraged to learn, grow and thrive in a supportive atmosphere. We celebrate the commitment of our people. We hope you’ll consider our careers at HCA Florida Trinity Hospital.

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.

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"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Speech Language Pathologist PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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