Speech Language Pathologist

Ascension Living; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,320 - 117,468; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension Living is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist in Indianapolis, IN for the St. Vincent PACE program. This PRN, day-shift role supports older adults with swallowing, communication, and thinking skills in clinic and home settings.

You’ll collaborate with nurses, physicians, and therapists; complete FEES evaluations; develop patient-specific therapy plans; and visit participants in homes or facilities. Requires BLS and ASHA credential; Bachelor’s degree; 1 year experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 1 year of experience required.
• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date is required.

Responsibilities

• Work with care teams to improve swallowing, communication, and thinking skills in clinic and participant care settings.
• Complete swallowing evaluations, including FEES, bedside assessments and create therapy plans.
• Visit participants at their homes or facilities, attend IDT meetings, and support caregivers.
• Advocate for older adults, including those with advanced dementia.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Indianapolis, IN
• Facility: St. Vincent PACE
• Department: Nursing Admin
• Schedule: PRN, Day
• Salary Range: $80,320.32 - $117,468.98 per year

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 97,000+ 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.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Work alongside nurses, physicians, therapists, and other care team members to help older adults improve their swallowing, communication, and thinking skills in both the clinic and participant care settings.
• Complete swallowing evaluations, including FEES, provide bedside assessments, and create personalized therapy plans that help participants eat, communicate, and live as safely and independently as possible.
• Visit participants in their homes or care facilities when needed, attend daily interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings, and work closely with caregivers to support each participant's care.
• Be a caring advocate for older adults, including those living with advanced dementia.

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 American Speech-Language-Hearing Association 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.

Work Experience:

• 1 year of experience required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

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