Speech Language Pathologist - Day Institute

SSM Health Day Institute

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

O'Fallon, IL

Per Diem (M-F 8am-4:30pm)

Tier I - $42

Tier II - $45

SSM Health Day Institute is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to work in our specialized outpatient rehabilitation program. We have nine centers across the St. Louis Metro area serving individuals recovering from a traumatic injury or illness who no longer require 24-hour nursing or acute rehabilitative care. We take a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to build skills and maximize independence. If you like working in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are passionate about helping the neurological and medically complex patient, apply today to explore a new career opportunity with us!

We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to per diem employees.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs
• Provides ongoing evaluation of patient's status and goals
• Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize outcomes.
• Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services
• Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination
• Provides for patient education to include development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to patient, family and other caregivers
• Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations
• Evaluates patient in actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Speech Therapy required
• Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language & Hearing Association or eligibility for Certification pending professional experience required.
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans