Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

Employment Type:
Part time Shift:

Description:

Location: Mishawaka, IN
Schedule: Weekend coverage and PTO for inpatient Therapy

Department: Speech Therapy

Join a compassionate and mission-driven team dedicated to helping patients regain communication and swallowing abilities. As a Speech Language Pathologist, you'll evaluate, treat, and support patients through personalized therapy plans, collaborating closely with families and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Conduct thorough clinical evaluations tailored to patient diagnoses.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with functional, measurable goals.
• Deliver effective therapy interventions and adjust plans based on patient progress.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals, prognosis, and home exercises.
• Monitor for adverse responses and modify treatment accordingly.
• Plan and execute timely discharges with appropriate recommendations.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and billing.
• Participate in team meetings, staffing's, and family conferences.
• Collaborate with other professionals and make referrals as needed.
• Provide guidance to rehab techs, volunteers, and students.
• Support departmental initiatives including CARF, JCAHO, and performance improvement.
• Attend and contribute to in-services and maintain required competencies.

What We're Looking For

Education:

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.

Licensure & Certifications:

• Licensed Speech Language Pathologist in the State of Indiana
• Current CPR certification

Experience:

• Preferred: Clinical experience in a Speech Therapy setting
• Acceptable: New graduates in their Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY)

Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Flexibility with treatment loads and schedules
• Initiative, judgment, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to engage patients and families in therapeutic processes

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a values-driven organization focused on patient-centered care.
• Collaborate with experienced therapists and interdisciplinary teams.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.