Speech Language Pathologist-PRN

SSM Health • St. Louis, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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 Location-Saint Louis University Hospital The role is a PRN position with a minimum requirement of one Saturday shift and one Sunday shift every four weeks, following completion of the orientation Weekend hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Holiday Requirement- One Holiday per year Previous acute experience is preferred 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

Requirements

• Master's degree
• No experience required
• 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.
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Previous acute experience is preferred

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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level