Speech Language Pathologist

Ascension; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to support the Rehabilitation NICU and Pediatrics departments in Appleton, WI. The role involves evaluating patients, designing individualized treatment plans for diverse speech, language, and swallowing needs, and implementing evidence-based interventions.

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree, a master's preferred, and Wisconsin licensure as an SLP. BLS certification is required, with license timing outlined by the hospital.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider required within 30 days of hire.
• SLP credentialed by Wisconsin Hearing and Speech Examining Board required; provisional license accepted until issued.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and design personalized treatment plans for speech, language, and swallowing needs.
• Utilize evidence-based clinical techniques and interventions.
• Educate patients and families about treatment and recovery.
• Maintain precise clinical documentation and participate in performance-improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate discharge planning and community resource referrals.

Skills

BLS Provider

Speech-Language Pathologist licensure

Clinical decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Appleton, WI

Facility: St. Elizabeth's Hospital and Midway outpatient clinic

Department: Rehabilitation NICU and Pediatrics

Schedule: Full-time | 36 hours| days

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Holistic Patient Care: Evaluate and design personalized treatment plans for patients with diverse speech, language, and swallowing needs.
• Evidence-Based Intervention: Utilize advanced clinical techniques and creative therapy interventions tailored to each patient's unique recovery journey.
• Empowerment through Education: Act as a dedicated advocate and educator, guiding patients and their families through the complexities of their treatment and recovery.
• Clinical Excellence: Maintain precise clinical documentation and collaborate on performance improvement initiatives to ensure we are always providing the highest standard of care.
• Seamless Transitions: Orchestrate thoughtful discharge planning, ensuring patients leave our care with a clear roadmap and the community support resources they need to thrive.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the Wisconsin Hearing and Speech Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Speech language pathologist provisional license will be accepted until license is issued. License must be obtained within 12 months of hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.
• NICU expereince preferred
• outpatient pediatric experience

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.