Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem

Ernest Health; Akron (OH); Presencial; USD 62.000 - 96.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, Ohio is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for per diem coverage. The role focuses on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders within an acute rehabilitation setting.

You will join a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality care, with emphasis on patient-centered outcomes and adherence to hospital guiding principles. State licensure, CCC or CFY preferred, and BLS certification required.

Formación

• Current and valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA or Clinical Fellowship Year status or equivalent preferred.
• Two years’ experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
• Current BLS certification from an approved provider required.

Responsabilidades

• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and other related disorders.

Conocimientos

State licensure

ASHA CCC

CFY status

Rehab experience

BLS

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem - Akron, Ohio

Join our world‑class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

At Summa Rehab Hospital we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, Ohio (a partnership with Summa Health) is a state‑of‑the‑art inpatient rehabilitation facility dedicated to helping patients overcome disabling injuries and illnesses. We specialize in intensive rehab for stroke recovery, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex conditions. Our compassionate, multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a supportive, healing environment. Joint Commission‑accredited and certified in stroke and brain injury rehabilitation, Summa Rehab Hospital is nationally recognized (including being named one of America’s Best Rehab Hospitals by Newsweek) for delivering patient‑centered care that helps individuals regain independence.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current and valdi state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA or Clinical Fellowship Year status or equivalent preferred.
• Two years’ experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
• Current BLS certification from an approved required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and other related disorders. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.