Speech-Language Pathologist



Speech-Language Pathologist - Nursing Home

Per Diem

Your experience matters:

 Starr Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Speech-Language Pathologist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ^®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute:

A Speech Language Pathologist who excels in this role:

·       Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.

·       Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family.

·       Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.

·       Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.

·       Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:   

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). 
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for:
Applicants should have a current Tennessee Speech Language Pathology license. Additional requirements include: 

• Basic Life Support certification is required at the time of hire 

More about Starr Regional Medical Center:

Starr Regional Medical Center is a 118-bed acute hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Athens and Etowah, TN community for over 50 years.

EEOC Statement

“Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran