Welcome to Flaget Memorial Hospital, a 52-bed facility located in Bardstown, Kentucky. Founded in 1951 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Flaget Memorial Hospital is recognized as a 2023 Best Place to Work in Kentucky. 

CHI Saint Joseph Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a non-profit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. With approximately 175,000 team members and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians. 

Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2,200 care centers serving 24 states.

***Sign On Bonus up to $15,000 and Student Loan Payback up to $24,000 for Eligible Hires***

Job Summary / Purpose

Responsible for the evaluation of and the implementation of treatment for all referred patients.  Contributes to the development and the upgrading of treatment programs and protocols.  Contributes to the development of departmental and organizational goals and objectives.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
2. Evaluates assigned patients within the guidelines established by the therapist and in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
3. Implements competent treatment and performs regular reassessments for the purpose of treatment modification, to maximize patient’s potential for functional independence, all in accordance of departmental standards.
4. Completes all required documentation and maintains pertinent records of all assigned patients, in order to be in compliance with Joint Commission, CARF, Medicare, and all other regulatory requirements.
5. Demonstrates the ability to be efficient and productive by organizing job duties and responsibilities.
6. Maintains effective communication regarding Therapy programs and departmental issues.
7. Maintains equipment and environment in a safe and orderly manner.
8. Demonstrates a commitment to professional growth and competency.
9. Other duties as assigned by management.

Required Education for Staff Job Levels:

Master’s degree in Speech Pathology from a school accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. 

Required Licensure and Certifications:

SLP:KY;

CCC-SLP;

BLS-CPR

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and time management skills.  Prior student or work experience in a Rehab setting.