Speech Language Pathologist

Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience?
At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity.
We care like family!
Jump-start your career as a(an) Speech Language Pathologist today with HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital.

Benefits HCA Florida Oak Hill 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 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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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 patients 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:
Masters 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 patients speech language abilities during spontaneous conversation.
You will administer objective tests to assess patients 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 patients 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 Masters Degree Certified Speech Language Hearing, or Speech Pathologist HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital is a 350-bed facility offering a range of services.
Oak Hill Hospital is proud to be a Primary Stroke Center certified by The Joint Commission.
We are the area's second largest private employer and offer the area's only Pediatric ER as well as the only open heart program in Hernando county.
Our reputation as one of the area's premier employers is due, in no small part, to the environment created by the dedicated people that chose to build their career with us.
Our organization includes superb medical staff, innovative services, and a dedicated team of talented colleagues.
We are located on Florida's Nature Coast in a great community to raise a family.
Join us and see why we're excited to be in one of Florida's fastest growing counties.
We believe excellent people make excellence happen.
If this sounds like the type of meaningful work you'd like to be a part of, we hope you'll consider our careers at Oak Hill Hospital.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019).
In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual.
"- 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 opening.
We promptly review all applications.
Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.