Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem

Ernest Health, Inc.; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital in Casper, Wyoming is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for per diem coverage. You will assess and treat speech, language, cognitive, voice, swallowing, and related disorders, aligning care with our mission of service excellence.

Join a world-class team supported by Ernest Health, with opportunities for professional growth, a collaborative environment, and on-site readiness in a 40-bed inpatient/outpatient facility.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist is required.
• CCC or CFY status or equivalent preferred.
• Two years’ experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
• Current CPR certification.

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.

Skills

SLP licensure (state)

ASHA CCC or CFY preferred

Rehabilitation hospital experience

CPR certification

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist – Per Diem - Casper, Wyoming

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

At Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation 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.

Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital has been ranked in the Top 10% nationally for rehabilitative care for 16 years, has earned The Joint Commission’s Stroke Certification and Certification in Hip Rehabilitation, and ranked in Newsweek’s top Physical Rehabilitation Centers in the US.

At our 40-bed hospital, we provide specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative services to our patients, serving Wyoming and neighboring states. We see patients who often are recovering from disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions.

We have a great opportunity for a Speech Language Pathologist - PRN!!!

State-of-the-Art Equipment:

• Bionics Exoskeleton for advanced mobility therapy
• Bioness Integrated Therapy System for cognitive and physical rehabilitation
• Chattanooga modality equipment for pain management and healing
• LiteGait system for safe and effective gait training
• On-site Modified Barium Swallow and pharmacy services for integrated care

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Speech Therapy. Current State SLP-CCC License.
• Current CPR

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

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.