Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem

Ernest Health, Inc.; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO & High-Deductible Medical Plans

Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k) with employer matching

Vacations time accrual

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for per diem coverage in Thornton, CO. The role focuses on assessment and treatment of speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders in a rehabilitation setting.

The position emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and adherence to hospital guiding principles. A state license, ASHA credentials, and BLS are required, with CFY/CCC preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

State licensure

ASHA CCC/CFY

BLS certification

Rehab hospital experience

Education

Graduate degree in Speech Therapy

Job description

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem - Thornton, Colorado

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

Denver Regional Rehabilitation Hospital, serving the greater Denver, Colorado area, provides specialized inpatient rehabilitative services in a warm and patient-focused setting. We offer intensive therapy programs for patients recovering from strokes, neurological injuries, spinal cord and orthopedic trauma, and other debilitating conditions. Our dedicated team of rehabilitation experts works closely with each patient and their family to create personalized treatment plans – including physical, occupational, and speech therapies – aimed at restoring function and hope.

Accredited and stroke rehabilitation-certified, Denver Regional Rehabilitation Hospital has earned national recognition for effective, timely care, allowing patients to receive the highest level of rehab close to home.

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

Benefits:

• PPO and High-Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Competitive compensation

Wellness & Work Life balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

Professional Growth:

• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program
• Continuing education opportunities

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 on enhancing the employees’ work experience, recognizing, and celebrating 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.

Minimum Salary

USD $51.00/Hr.

Maximum Salary

USD $51.00/Hr.