Speech Language Pathologist - PRN, Acute Care, Union

Speech Language Pathologist - PRN, Acute Care, Atrium Health Union

Atrium Health is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist for a part‑time PRN role in an acute care setting. The successful candidate will plan, conduct, evaluate, and document speech and language therapy services to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence.

Essential Functions:

• Directs and supervises activities of rehab technicians, speech‑language pathology students, and volunteers involved in administering care to patients and assists with orienting new and rotating staff.
• Evaluates patients and establishes appropriate patient care plans, including necessary modalities, procedures, exercise programs, and patient education.
• Gathers and interprets data from the medical record, physician reports, patient, and family to determine patient needs and selects appropriate assistive devices.
• Documents evaluations, tests, progress notes, daily treatment notes, attendance records, patient/family education, outcomes, discharge notes, and charges.
• Re‑evaluates patients as needed, modifying goals and treatment as patient status changes.
• Communicates patient evaluation and progress to physicians, referral sources, and other clinical staff; coordinates patient schedules, treatment programs, discharge planning, and recommends solutions to patient care problems.

Physical Requirements: Hearing (corrected) adequate for oral/aural communication;
Vision (corrected) adequate for reading;
Intelligible speech and adequate language/cognitive skills;
Sitting, standing, and walking required throughout the day;
Lifting up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally;
Ability to demonstrate appropriate exercise and activities to patients and caregivers; PPE when exposure to hazardous chemicals or blood and body fluids is possible.

Education, Experience, and

Certifications:

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required; applicable state license for Speech Language Pathology required; BLS required.

Benefits:

• Competitive base compensation in the stated pay range based on experience and qualifications.
• Shift, on‑call, and incentive pay for select positions.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care expenses.
• Defined contribution retirement plan with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Atrium Health is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations.