Speech Language Pathologist - Part time

Speech Language Pathologist – Part Time

Northwest Health is seeking a part-time Speech Language Pathologist in the Northwest Arkansas region. The role evaluates, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive-communication, social communication, and swallowing disorders in children and adults, and implements individualized treatment plans.

• Evaluates and assesses speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders, considering educational, medical, social, and psychological factors.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans incorporating appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Provides treatment for patients with communication impairments of organic and nonorganic etiology.
• Performs Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) evaluations with the Radiology department and communicates results.
• Documents treatment interventions, patient progress, outcomes, and responses in the medical record daily.
• Ensures proper coding and maintains charge logs for billing and compliance.
• Utilizes evidence-based techniques and positive reinforcement to encourage patient participation.
• Consults with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate referrals for additional services.
• Provides education and training to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborates with other speech therapy professionals and teams to enhance care.
• Engages in discharge planning, providing follow-up recommendations and physician feedback.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program (required).
• 1–3 years of experience as a Speech Therapist in a clinical, hospital, or rehabilitation setting (required).
• Experience with Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies and dysphagia management (preferred).

• Strong knowledge of speech-language pathology principles, evaluation techniques, and treatment methodologies.
• Proficiency in performing and interpreting Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies.
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping to ensure accuracy in patient records and billing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for patient, family, and team education.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, HIPAA compliance, and ethical standards.

• Health Services/SLP – Speech Language Practitioner license in the state of employment (required) or
• ST – Speech Therapist license in the state of employment (required).
• BCLS – Basic Life Support (required).

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• Educational Reimbursement
• 401(k) and Sofi Program
• Shift Differentials
• Career growth and advancement potential
• High quality of life, low cost of living in sunny Arkansas

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