Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient - PRN

Mercy Health System Corporation; South Dakota; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (PRN) to evaluate, plan and implement treatment addressing diverse patient needs across locations. Responsibilities include thorough documentation, interdisciplinary communication, and contributing to performance improvement initiatives.

Required credentials include a Master’s in Speech Language Pathology, WI/IL licensure, CCC from ASHA, and CPR/BLS within 90 days. The role involves travel to other sites and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Licensed as a speech language pathologist in WI, IL, or both if required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-ASHA).
• CPR/BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess using evidence-based standards to plan care.
• Apply integrative treatment to improve patient function.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and proper coding/billing.
• Collaborate with other disciplines and referring providers to improve outcomes.
• Mentor new partners and participate in department training and cost-saving initiatives.
• Travel to other locations for cross-coverage as needed.
• Lead and participate in Performance Improvement processes.
• Communicate effectively with nursing, rehab teams and physicians.

Skills

Evaluation

Documentation

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

OVERVIEW:

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses.

Schedule: PRN Shift: PRN

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs evaluation / assessment using evidence-based standards to create an effective plan of care.
• Applies critical thinking and integrative treatment to improve the functional level of the patient.
• Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
• Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
• Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques
• Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners
• Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department
• Active participant in the Performance Improvement process
• Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between speech language pathologists, nursing and rehabilitation team, and the physician group
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on speech language pathology and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Master’s Degree from an accredited school of Speech Language Pathology

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

• Licensed as a speech language pathologist in WI, IL or both if required
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Passing the Driver’s License check
• Travel to other locations for cross coverage
• Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check
• Must be able to follow written/oral instructions

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.

PAY RANGE: $60.00 - $60.00

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better.

As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations.

As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more.

The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.