Speech-Language Pathologist, Acute Care, Part-Time, Bronson Battle Creek

Speech‑Language Pathologist, Acute Care, Part‑Time – Bronson Battle Creek $10k Sign‑On Bonus

Join our team at Bronson Healthcare and make a difference in patient care.

BBC Bronson Battle Creek

Speech‑Language Pathologist, Acute Care, Part‑Time – Bronson Battle Creek $10k Sign‑On Bonus

• Ranked among the Top 15 Health Systems in the Nation for high performance and quality care.
• Named one of Forbes’ 2024 America’s Best Employers for work‑life balance, career growth, and inclusivity.
• Honored as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in 2024.

• Master of Science or Master of Arts in Communication Disorders from an accredited Speech‑Language Pathology program with ESB certification.
• Licensed Speech‑Language Pathology in good standing for the State of Michigan.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech‑Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) or in a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) with 2 years to complete the CCC.
• BLS certification required within 3 months after hire.
• Updated NPI number and ability to provide social security number for payer enrollment.
• Keyboarding skills and ability to use a PC/mobile device.
• Prepared for background check and fingerprinting where required.
• Flexible to work weekend and/or holiday rotations in acute care settings.
• Strong communication skills in English and a sensitivity to social factors.
• Physical ability to stand or walk, lift light objects (≤20 lb), and assist with patient movement.

• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and discussions.
• Interpret and implement referrals; evaluate functional status and therapeutic needs through standardized assessment and testing.
• Establish education, treatment planning, and functional baselines.
• Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Screen for hearing issues as part of the evaluation.
• Provide in‑services in areas of expertise for the Bronson Rehabilitation System.
• Deliver direct patient care per the treatment plan, teach patient skills, and facilitate progress.
• Develop programs and participate in department process improvement.
• Act as a resource person for expertise areas.
• Cross‑train and provide coverage in other rehabilitation departments as needed.
• Educate patients and families and set treatment goals.
• Perform video swallow studies where applicable.

• Document evaluations, treatment plans, performed treatments, and progress in the electronic health record.
• Ensure documentation meets compliance timelines.
• Communicate limitations that delay documentation to leadership.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Provide in‑services to the broader clinical community.
• Serve on committees and task forces.
• Supervise students and volunteers.
• Demonstrate effective time‑management skills.

• Shift: Variable
• Time Type:
  Part‑time
• Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  24

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Part‑time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care