Pediatric NICU Speech-Language Pathologist (PRN)

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Louis Children’s Hospital is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide skilled therapy to pediatric patients, including evaluation and treatment of swallowing and communication disorders.

The role involves working in acute care, with NICU exposure preferred, within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to child-centered care. You will develop discharge-focused plans, educate families, document progress, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• ASHA certification preferred.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Establishes treatment plan and provides treatment, considering discharge needs; expected discharge functional status; and appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Educates, collaborates with, and conferences with patients, families, and other health care providers; making recommendations for referrals to specialists as needed.
• Delegates to assistants, techs, and students through written and verbal communication including determining the skill level or competency required to provide interventions to best meet the needs of the patient.
• Completes documentation in accordance with departmental policies.
• Provides assessment, reassessment, and/or consultations for Speech Services.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

St. Louis Children’s Hospital is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide skilled therapy to pediatric patients, including evaluation and treatment of swallowing and communication disorders.

The role involves working in acute care, with NICU exposure preferred, within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to child-centered care. You will develop discharge-focused plans, educate families, document progress, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists.