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Speech Language Pathologist

SSM Health

#PRN #Speech Language Pathologist #Discharge Planning #Patient Counseling #Academic Medical Center #Saint Louis University Hospital #BLS HCP #Interdisciplinary Teamwork #Acute Experience

Quick overview

The role involves evaluating and treating individuals across speech, language, oral and pharyngeal function, cognitive, or communicative function using standard therapy techniques. Responsibilities also include educating patients and families, maintaining clinical records, and planning for discharge from speech therapy services.

Requirements summary

A Master's degree is required, though no prior experience is mandatory. Candidates must maintain alertness and safety, perform frequent physical activities like lifting and walking, and possess the necessary professional licensure for the state of work, along with obtaining Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) certification within 90 days.

postgraduate degreeCommunicationRecord KeepingCollaborationPatient EducationSpeech TherapyEvaluationAcute CareDischarge PlanningPerformance ImprovementInterdisciplinary TeamworkFamily CounselingTreatment InterventionsSupport Program InformationBLS HCPClinical Skill

Job description

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-430PM, 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 Department: 4506000037 Speech Therapy Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 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. Explore All Benefits 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. Create or login to your SSM Health Candidate Workday account to track your application progress and see real-time updates. Remember to keep a record of your login information to access your Candidate Workday account in the future! Current Employees & Contractors – please apply internally via the Career app on your Workday home page. Do not continue here. Visit here for more information.

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