Speech/Language Pathologist

• Department: Rehab Services - Acute
• Schedule: PRN Days
• Hospital: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham - Downtown
• Location: Birmingham, AL

Flat rate $46/hr.

Evaluate and treat patients requiring speech-language therapy.

• Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
• Educate and counsel patient and family regarding treatment plans.
• Maintain clinical records and follow performance improvement recommendations.
• Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from speech therapy services. Provide information regarding appropriate support programs.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.  American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
  degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Acute Care experience preferred.