Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Speech-Language Pathologist – PRN
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
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Organization Medical Speech - Adult
Job Summary Evaluates and treats patients with speech, language, voice, cognition, fluency, auditory (re)habilitation, and swallowing/oral feeding disorders. Educates and counsels patients and families. Provides independent therapeutic services and identify area(s) of clinical specialization and competency. Supervises graduate students as assigned in clinical specialty area. Participates actively in identifying and conducting quality improvement activities. Collaborates with clinical practice team to achieve patient outcomes and system objectives.
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – PRN Location: Vanderbilt University Hospital – Nashville, TN
Department: Speech-Language Pathology | Acute Care
Schedule: PRN (Flexible, As Needed)
Join Vanderbilt Health – Where Excellence Meets Compassion At Vanderbilt Health, we are committed to delivering world‑class care while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. As a nationally recognized leader in healthcare, we empower our team members to make a meaningful impact every day.
Position Overview We are seeking a passionate and skilled Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Acute Care team on a PRN basis with flexible scheduling. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic hospital environment in Nashville, TN, providing specialized care to adult patients across multiple ICUs and step‑down units.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive evaluations and evidence‑based treatment for adults with swallowing, speech, language, cognitive‑communication, and voice disorders.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, dietitians, occupational and physical therapists.
Utilize advanced technology and clinical best practices to optimize patient outcomes.
Document patient progress in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited program.
Completion of Clinical Fellowship (CF).
Current Tennessee (TN) SLP Licensure or eligibility.
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP) required.
One year of experience in adult acute care is preferred.
Why Vanderbilt Health?
Nationally Ranked: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report for excellence in patient care.
Flexible PRN Scheduling: Ideal for professionals seeking work‑life balance in a hospital setting.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside top‑tier healthcare professionals in a supportive environment.
Professional Development: Access to ongoing training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.
Innovative Care: Join a team that embraces technology and research to improve patient outcomes.
Mission‑Driven: Make a difference in the lives of patients and families across Tennessee and beyond.
Apply today and explore a rewarding PRN opportunity in Nashville’s leading healthcare system.
Detailed Responsibilities
Analyzes comprehensive information from formal and informal assessment to determine a rehabilitation treatment diagnosis.
Collaborates with stakeholders in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the rehabilitation continuum.
Applies appropriate, evidence‑based interventions to ensure effective outcomes and re‑evaluates performance to assess patient’s progress towards goals.
Employs strategies to promote successful return to home, community, and school/vocational environments.
Supervises graduate students by providing instruction, guidance/counsel and training to ensure competent patient care and completion of appropriate documentation.
Additional duties may be assigned.
Technical Capabilities
Patient Documentation (Novice): Demonstrates proficiency in documentation practices, using templates and approved abbreviations to meet institutional standards.
Patient & Family Education (Novice): Communicates functional impact of assessment findings and treatment planning, tailored to audience comprehension.
Discharge Planning (Novice): Manages discharge planning process, informs patients and families, recommends ongoing services, and seeks guidance on transition needs.
Treatment Implementation (Novice): Provides therapy consistent with physician prescription, establishes measurable objectives, and applies evidence‑based management practices.
Patient Evaluation (Novice): Conducts evaluations using appropriate testing methods, interprets results, and documents findings for the care team.
Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. It encompasses credentialed professionals who provide supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.
These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence and have made us a major center for patient referrals from across the Mid‑South.
Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.
Core Accountabilities Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with awareness of their effect on related areas. Problem Solving: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience. Breadth of Knowledge: Expanded knowledge through experience. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support.
Core Capabilities
Develops Self and Others: Invests time in personal and colleague development.
Builds and Maintains Relationships: Regular contact with key stakeholders.
Communicates Effectively: Adapts communication style to audiences.
Serves Others with Compassion: Customizes services to stakeholder needs.
Solves Complex Problems: Identifies new possibilities and develops solutions.
Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides constructive support to increase effectiveness.
Ensures Quality: Addresses quality issues promptly.
Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies learning experiences to address underlying causes.
Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Maintains safe environment.
Demonstrates Accountability: Focuses on critical issues to closure.
Stewards Resources: Manages resources effectively.
Data‑Driven Decisions: Uses data to identify opportunities.
Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies improvement opportunities.
Applies Technology: Embraces new technologies and tools.
Adapts to Change: Sees challenges as opportunities for improvement.
Position Qualifications
Certifications: LIC‑Speech Pathologist – Tennessee
Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience
Experience Level: 1 year
Education: Master’s
Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
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Organization Medical Speech - Adult
Job Summary Evaluates and treats patients with speech, language, voice, cognition, fluency, auditory (re)habilitation, and swallowing/oral feeding disorders. Educates and counsels patients and families. Provides independent therapeutic services and identify area(s) of clinical specialization and competency. Supervises graduate students as assigned in clinical specialty area. Participates actively in identifying and conducting quality improvement activities. Collaborates with clinical practice team to achieve patient outcomes and system objectives.
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – PRN Location: Vanderbilt University Hospital – Nashville, TN
Department: Speech-Language Pathology | Acute Care
Schedule: PRN (Flexible, As Needed)
Join Vanderbilt Health – Where Excellence Meets Compassion At Vanderbilt Health, we are committed to delivering world‑class care while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. As a nationally recognized leader in healthcare, we empower our team members to make a meaningful impact every day.
Position Overview We are seeking a passionate and skilled Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Acute Care team on a PRN basis with flexible scheduling. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic hospital environment in Nashville, TN, providing specialized care to adult patients across multiple ICUs and step‑down units.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive evaluations and evidence‑based treatment for adults with swallowing, speech, language, cognitive‑communication, and voice disorders.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, dietitians, occupational and physical therapists.
Utilize advanced technology and clinical best practices to optimize patient outcomes.
Document patient progress in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited program.
Completion of Clinical Fellowship (CF).
Current Tennessee (TN) SLP Licensure or eligibility.
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP) required.
One year of experience in adult acute care is preferred.
Why Vanderbilt Health?
Nationally Ranked: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report for excellence in patient care.
Flexible PRN Scheduling: Ideal for professionals seeking work‑life balance in a hospital setting.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside top‑tier healthcare professionals in a supportive environment.
Professional Development: Access to ongoing training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.
Innovative Care: Join a team that embraces technology and research to improve patient outcomes.
Mission‑Driven: Make a difference in the lives of patients and families across Tennessee and beyond.
Apply today and explore a rewarding PRN opportunity in Nashville’s leading healthcare system.
Detailed Responsibilities
Analyzes comprehensive information from formal and informal assessment to determine a rehabilitation treatment diagnosis.
Collaborates with stakeholders in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the rehabilitation continuum.
Applies appropriate, evidence‑based interventions to ensure effective outcomes and re‑evaluates performance to assess patient’s progress towards goals.
Employs strategies to promote successful return to home, community, and school/vocational environments.
Supervises graduate students by providing instruction, guidance/counsel and training to ensure competent patient care and completion of appropriate documentation.
Additional duties may be assigned.
Technical Capabilities
Patient Documentation (Novice): Demonstrates proficiency in documentation practices, using templates and approved abbreviations to meet institutional standards.
Patient & Family Education (Novice): Communicates functional impact of assessment findings and treatment planning, tailored to audience comprehension.
Discharge Planning (Novice): Manages discharge planning process, informs patients and families, recommends ongoing services, and seeks guidance on transition needs.
Treatment Implementation (Novice): Provides therapy consistent with physician prescription, establishes measurable objectives, and applies evidence‑based management practices.
Patient Evaluation (Novice): Conducts evaluations using appropriate testing methods, interprets results, and documents findings for the care team.
Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. It encompasses credentialed professionals who provide supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.
These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence and have made us a major center for patient referrals from across the Mid‑South.
Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.
Core Accountabilities Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with awareness of their effect on related areas. Problem Solving: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience. Breadth of Knowledge: Expanded knowledge through experience. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support.
Core Capabilities
Develops Self and Others: Invests time in personal and colleague development.
Builds and Maintains Relationships: Regular contact with key stakeholders.
Communicates Effectively: Adapts communication style to audiences.
Serves Others with Compassion: Customizes services to stakeholder needs.
Solves Complex Problems: Identifies new possibilities and develops solutions.
Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides constructive support to increase effectiveness.
Ensures Quality: Addresses quality issues promptly.
Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies learning experiences to address underlying causes.
Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Maintains safe environment.
Demonstrates Accountability: Focuses on critical issues to closure.
Stewards Resources: Manages resources effectively.
Data‑Driven Decisions: Uses data to identify opportunities.
Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies improvement opportunities.
Applies Technology: Embraces new technologies and tools.
Adapts to Change: Sees challenges as opportunities for improvement.
Position Qualifications
Certifications: LIC‑Speech Pathologist – Tennessee
Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience
Experience Level: 1 year
Education: Master’s
Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
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