Part-Time Speech-Language Pathologist | Collaborative Care

Javon-Bea-Hospital; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 104,758,000 - 157,168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercyhealth seeks a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and plan effective treatment for diverse diagnoses. You will document electronically, code services accurately, and collaborate with nursing and physicians to improve patient outcomes.

The role includes mentoring colleagues, leading training sessions, and participating in performance improvement initiatives. A Master’s degree and ASHA CCC are required, with BLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited school of Speech Language Pathology.
• Licensed as a speech language pathologist in WI, IL or both if required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA.
• CPR/BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and plans care using evidence-based standards.
• Maintains thorough electronic documentation with appropriate coding.
• Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to improve outcomes.
• Mentors and orients new partners and participates in performance improvement.
• Plans lectures and training on speech language pathology topics for staff and community.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Documentation

Mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Mercyhealth seeks a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and plan effective treatment for diverse diagnoses. You will document electronically, code services accurately, and collaborate with nursing and physicians to improve patient outcomes.

The role includes mentoring colleagues, leading training sessions, and participating in performance improvement initiatives. A Master’s degree and ASHA CCC are required, with BLS within 90 days of hire.