What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist PRN position at Bluegrass Community Hospital?

About Us

Lifepoint Health’s Central Kentucky market is comprised of four acute care, community-based hospitals, with over 50 outpatient clinics that provide comprehensive healthcare in the Bluegrass region. Bluegrass Community Hospital (Versailles, KY), Bourbon Community Hospital (Paris, KY), Clark Regional Medical Center (Winchester, KY), and Georgetown Community Hospital (Georgetown, KY) are committed to our mission of making communities healthier. As an integrated network, our facilities have the ability and resources to develop opportunities for professional growth and advancement to accomplish your career goals. We take pride in personalized patient care backed by high-quality designations to support a culture of safety for both employees and patients. Get back to the heart of your community by caring for your neighbors -- join our team today!

A Career with Us Offers:

· Newly Adjusted Competitive Pay Rates

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

· Extended Illness Benefit (EIB)

· Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

· Choice of Insurance Plans (Health, Dental, Vision, Life)

· Educational Assistance

· Bereavement Leave

· 401(k) Match

· Free Parking

Essential Functions

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 all hospital care givers, 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.

Follows Infection Control and safety guidelines

Performs Modified Barium Swallows as prescribed by treating physician.

Job Requirements

Minimum EducationX Graduate of a Program in Discipline X Required

X Master's degree X Required

Required SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Ability to quickly learn how to navigate multiple complex software systems.Must be able to communicate with the ability to read, write, speak and understand English.Must be able to successfully complete Skills Competency Checklist within 180 days of hire.

Certifications:X Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR from other reputable source

Licenses:State of Kentucky Speech Language and Pathology License

Minimum Work ExperienceOne year clinical experience preferred with performance of modified barium swallows

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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