Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaEast Stroudsburg, PennsylvaniaPhillipsburg, New JerseyCenter Valley, PennsylvaniaKresgeville, Pennsylvania
Quick overview
The role involves providing quality care through the evaluation and treatment of patients with voice, fluency, speech, language, and swallowing impairments. Responsibilities also include documenting treatment efforts, billing for services, communicating effectively with all stakeholders, and participating in departmental and quality improvement activities.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited institution and hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology (CCC-SP) from ASHA or be in the process of obtaining it. Successful completion of required licensure for Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey, along with current Basic Life Support certification, is mandatory.
postgraduate degreeDocumentationContinuing EducationPhysician CommunicationFamily CommunicationPatient CommunicationQuality ImprovementBillingBasic Life SupportSpeech Language PathologyStaff CommunicationSpeech EvaluationLanguage EvaluationVoice EvaluationSwallowing EvaluationReferral Source CommunicationFluency Evaluation
Job description
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Whether you are a new grad seeking opportunities for professional growth and development or an experienced therapist searching for leadership possibilities and collaboration with skilled peers, Physical Therapy at St. Luke’s should be your top choice! St. Luke’s has been named a Top Workplace nationally, in the Philadelphia region, and in New Jersey with a culture that’s second to none. St. Luke’s is the ONLY healthcare institution in Pennsylvania and the third-highest ranked healthcare entity in the nation to be deemed a Top Workplace in 2025. Here at SLPT, we strive to exceed patient expectations with quality patient focused care that creates life-changing outcomes with every interaction. We understand the importance of 1:1 care. As such, patients are scheduled to guarantee that our therapists have ample time during their treatment sessions. Our Generous Benefits:
Competitive Salary + Bonus Opportunities
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Time Off options that allow you flexibility to maintain a work-life balance
Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Medical, Dental, & Vision
403 (b) retirement plan with employer contribution
Corporate discount plans
1:1 Mentorship
Accredited residencies and spine fellowship opportunities There are a variety of specialties available in our network to expand your skill set and strengthen your knowledge with specific patient populations including:
Neurological
Pediatrics
Geriatrics Locations- Openings will vary by location availability (over 60 locations and expanding in the Allentown, Berks, Bethlehem, Easton, Monroe, Miners, Upper Bucks, and Warren regions) Float opportunities to work at multiple locations with flexible scheduling and incentives. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides quality care in the evaluation and treatment of voice, fluency, speech, language, and swallowing impaired patients. Documents evaluation and treatment efforts as well as patient response to treatment in accordance with established professional guidelines. Bills patient’s accounts for equipment and services rendered. Communicates effectively with patients, families, staff members, physicians and referral sources. Maintains and upgrades clinical skills by participating in continuing education activities, shares knowledge with peers. Participates in patient care conferences (eg. Rehab team) as needed, departmental programs (eg. Better Speech and Hearing Month activities) , in-services, and departmental and section meetings. Participates in Quality Improvement activities in the Department and the hospital. Demonstrates productivity in terms of volume of patients seen for speech pathology services. EDUCATION: Master’s degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited institution. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology (CCC-SP) from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) or in the process of obtaining such. Successful completion of required license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey. Current Basic Life Support certification. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sitting for up to 5 hours per day, 2 hours at a time. Standing and walking up to 6 hours per day, 1 hour at a time. Twisting, bending, kneeling, reaching, forward frequently to interact with patients. Lifting adults, infants and children up to 50 lbs. frequently to transfer from chair to floor and back, and frequently carrying from one place to another. Adequate strength and mobility to calm patients with disruptive behaviors (eg. Confused, combative adults, children with temper tantrums who lift tables and chairs, throw toys, etc.) Manual dexterity to manipulate equipment controls. Good vision and hearing to observe subtle verbal and nonverbal behaviors and to read Video Barium Swallow Studies. SHIFT DETAILS:
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Competitive Salary
Bonus Opportunities
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
Corporate discount plans
1:1 Mentorship
Time Off options
Accredited residencies
Spine fellowship opportunities
Full time, 36-40 hours per week
Part time, 16-36 hours per week
Per diem, 16 hours or less per week Locations open Monday-Friday. Hours vary depending on location. Closed for the 6 major Holidays with pay dependent on FTE status. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Founded in 1872, St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of more than 23,000 employees providing services at 16 campuses and 350+ outpatient sites. With annual net revenue in excess of $4 billion, the Network’s service area includes 11 counties in two states: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. St. Luke’s hospitals operate the largest network of trauma centers in Pennsylvania, with the Bethlehem Campus being home to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital. SLUHN is the only Lehigh Valley-based health care system to earn Medicare’s five-star ratings (the highest) for quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction. It is both a Leapfrog Group and Healthgrades Top Hospital and a Newsweek World’s Best Hospital. The Network’s flagship University Hospital has earned the 100 Top Major Teaching Hospital designation from Premier 13 times total and eleven years in a row, including in 2023 when it was identified as THE #4 TEACHING HOSPITAL IN THE COUNTRY. In 2021, St. Luke’s was identified as one of the 15 Top Health Systems nationally. St. Luke’s is the ONLY health care institution in the Lehigh Valley to be named a Top Workplace regionally repeating the exclusive honor for the third year in a row. Also, for the third straight year, St. Luke’s has been a Top Workplaces in the Philadelphia Region by the Philadelphia Inquirer, ranking 9th in the large employer category for 2025 and the only health care system in PA to receive this award. In 2025, St. Luke’s was recognized as a national Top Workplaces by USA Today, three years in a row, including the 3rd best health care system in the nation in 2023 and 2024. Lastly, in 2025, St. Luke’s was named a Top Workplace in New Jersey for the third year in a row. Learn More Here.
