Speech Language Pathologist

IL-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia It's more than a career, it's a calling. Job Summary Evaluate and treat individuals in speech, language, oral and pharyngeal function, cognitive or communicative function. Position Details Worker Type: Regular Pay Range: $32.48 - $48.72 hourly Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Highlights: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM; 36 hours per week with one day off every other week; weekend coverage (approximately 5-6 weekends on call per year); outpatient pediatrics, adults, and AC settings; additional location – Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. Responsibilities Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient. Educate and counsel patients and families regarding treatment plans. Maintain clinical records and follow performance improvement recommendations. Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from speech therapy services; provide information regarding appropriate support programs. Work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Perform 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 Licensure and Certifications Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 days of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required depending on department. State of Work Location Speech‑Language Pathologist, Licensed – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Speech Language Path, Missouri Division of Professional Registration Speech Language Pathologist – Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech‑Language Pathology & Audiology Speech‑Language Pathologist – Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Department View phone number on click.appcast.io Speech Therapy - SMH Benefits Paid Parental Leave: one week for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: voluntary daily pay benefit offers instant access to earned pay before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Employee Relationship Employee. Job Type Employee. EEO Statement 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. Click here to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr