Per Diem SLP: Impactful Speech & Swallowing Therapy

Select Medical; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility based on 1000 hours

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital – Tucson Northwest is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for a per diem role in Tucson, AZ. You will evaluate and treat speech and swallowing disorders, collaborate with rehab staff, and contribute to ongoing program development and policy updates.

The role requires active SLP licensure, BLS (or within 90 days), and offers an orientation, growth opportunities, and benefits eligibility for part-time/per diem staff after meeting hours.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist is required.
• BLS or completion within 90 days of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Take initiative and act daily addressing patients' physical, mental, psychological and social needs.
• Understand communication skills evaluation and treatment and collaborate with associates to provide interdisciplinary patient programming.
• Provide comprehensive evaluation of communication and swallowing function with goal-oriented treatment.
• Monitor the quality of Rehab Therapy Department services with staff.
• Participate in peer review for staff performance and appraisals.
• Assist in developing SLP programs and revise departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain an adequate stock of supplies.
• Share professional knowledge and alert Manager to educational needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

State licensure as Speech Language Pathologist

BLS certification

CCC - ASHA

Job description

Select Specialty Hospital – Tucson Northwest is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for a per diem role in Tucson, AZ. You will evaluate and treat speech and swallowing disorders, collaborate with rehab staff, and contribute to ongoing program development and policy updates.

The role requires active SLP licensure, BLS (or within 90 days), and offers an orientation, growth opportunities, and benefits eligibility for part-time/per diem staff after meeting hours.