Speech- Language Pathologist (SLP), Acute

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday - Friday | W/ Holiday and Weekends as Needed |

A speech-language pathologist (SLP) who excels in this role:

• Evaluates and treats patient populations for swallowing, speech-language and therapy needs.

• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.

• Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family.

• Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.

• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.

• Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

• Free Parking on site

What we’re looking for
Applicants should have a current master’s degree in Speech Language Pathologist. Additional requirements include:

• Education: Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology Required

• Licenses: Licensed Speech Therapist; Current licensure with KY Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days of hire

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.