Speech Language Pathologist

Job Summary Evaluate and treat individuals in speech, language, oral and pharyngeal function, cognitive or communicative function. Job Responsibilities & Requirements 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 Licenses and Certifications Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLSHCP) required within 90 days of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required depending on department. State of Work Location – Illinois: Speech‑LanguagePathologist, 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 Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay, offering eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr