Speech Language Pathologist PRN

MercyOne; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne in Mason City, IA, is seeking a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist focused on habilitative/rehabilitative programs for speech, language and swallowing disorders. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, and collaboration with patients, families, and the care team.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Iowa licensure, and CCC-SLP is desirable. CFY supervision is available for new grads; experience in acute care is valued.

Qualifications

• Plan and implement habilitative and rehabilitative programs for speech, language and swallowing disorders.
• Prepare written reports of diagnostic findings, intervention techniques used, progress made and follow-up status.
• Develop treatment plans, direct, supervise, and treat patients/caregivers according to the plan.
• Consult and communicate with patient, family, providers, and nursing staff.
• Assist multidisciplinary team with discharge planning and home therapy programs.
• Complete required documentation and maintain department records per policy.
• Promote efficient use of resources and adhere to productivity guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, evaluates, and conducts habilitative and rehabilitative programs to treat speech, language and/or swallowing disorders.
• Prepares written reports of diagnostic findings, intervention techniques used, progress made and follow-up status.
• Develops treatment plans, directs, supervises, and treats patients/caregiver in accordance with treatment plan.
• Consults and communicates with patient, family, providers, and nursing staff.
• Assist multidisciplinary team with discharge planning and establishes home therapy programs.
• Completes required documentation on patients and maintains other department records in accordance with departmental, health center policies and procedures.
• Assists in cost containment through efficient use of work time and supplies.
• Promotes efficient utilization of resources/supplies. Ensures charges are appropriate based on services provided adhering to productivity guidelines.

Education

Master’s degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Current licensure from the Iowa Department of Public Health

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (ASHA) desirable

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: This individual is responsible to plan and implement habilitative/rehabilitative programs for individuals who exhibit speech/language/swallowing problems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, directs, evaluates, and conducts habilitative and rehabilitative programs to treat speech, language and/or swallowing disorders.
• Prepares written reports of diagnostic findings, intervention techniques used, progress made and follow-up status in a timeframe according to policy and procedure.
• Develops treatment plans, directs, supervises, and treats patients/caregiver in accordance with treatment plan.
• Consults and communicates with patient, family, providers, and nursing staff.
• Assist multidisciplinary team with discharge planning and establishes home therapy programs.
• Completes required documentation on patients and maintains other department records in accordance with departmental, health center policies and procedures.
• Assists in cost containment through efficient use of work time and supplies
• Promotes efficient utilization of resources/supplies. Ensures charges are appropriate based on services provided adhering to productivity guidelines.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in the area of Speech/Language Pathology
• Must have demonstrated competence in an acute patient care setting for at least one year. CFY supervision is available for those with no experience
• Current licensure from the Iowa Department of Public Health
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association is desirable.
• Special aptitudes include tact, understanding and compassion and ability to communicate well with other professionals, patients and their families, both verbal and written

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.