SLP Acute Care Hospital

Speech Language Pathologist-PRN

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital Worker Type: PRN Job Highlights: Speech Language Pathologist-PRN Schedule: PRN, Day shift 8AM-4:30PM, minimum requirement of one Saturday shift & one Sunday shifts every four weeks. Holiday requirement Completion is Orientation is required Previous acute experience is preferred Location-Saint Louis University Hospital

Why Work Here

Meaningful patient care grounded in presence, compassion, and clinical skill Academic medical center environment that supports continual learning Training across the entire hospital with exposure to a wide range of acute care diagnoses Strong interdisciplinary teamwork focused on communication and collaboration Opportunities to influence current practice and help shape future clinicians Challenging and rewarding work that strengthens growth and confidence A shared commitment to excellence in every patient experience

Job Summary:

Evaluate and treat individuals in speech, language, oral and pharyngeal function, cognitive or communicative function

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient. Educates and counsels patients and family regarding treatment plans. Maintains clinical records and follows performance improvement recommendations. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from speech therapy services. Provides information regarding appropriate support programs. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Master's degree

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Rare climbing.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.

State of Work Location: Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist, Licensed - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

State of Work Location: Missouri Speech Language Path - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

State of Work Location: Oklahoma Speech Language Pathologist - Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology

State of Work Location: Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathologist - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Work Shift:

PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Benefits:

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay(fees may apply)before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.