Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric healthcare is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join its multidisciplinary team. This role involves providing skilled speech and swallow therapy services to children in an inpatient setting, ensuring comprehensive care and support for patients and their families. With a flexible schedule and opportunities for professional growth, you will contribute to the mission of improving the health and lives of children. Join a top-ranked children's hospital that values collaboration and excellence in care, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young patients.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pension plan

403(b) plan

401(k) plan with match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Pathology required.
• ASHA Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish treatment plans and provide therapy.
• Educate and collaborate with patients and families.
• Complete documentation per departmental policies.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Patient Education

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Pathology

Tools

Speech-Language Pathologist license

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

St. Louis Children's Hospital has an opportunity for a Speech Language Pathologist (PRN) to work with a pediatric caseload in the inpatient setting. The position offers a flexible schedule, working with a top multidisciplinary team. Requires 1 weekend per month and weekday availability. Join our BJC Team today!

Overview

St. Louis Children’s Hospital is dedicated to improving the health and lives of children. As one of the top-ranked children’s hospitals in the country, it provides care in more than 50 specialty areas through a dedicated team of physicians, nurses, staff, and volunteers. The hospital offers inpatient and outpatient medical care, along with education, wellness, and injury-prevention programs to fulfill its mission to “do what’s right for kids.”

Since its founding in 1879, St. Louis Children’s has been committed to comprehensive, high-quality care and advocacy for children. It serves patients and families across a 300-mile area, with patients from all 50 states and over 80 countries.

The hospital consistently ranks among America’s Best Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report in all surveyed categories. In 2021, it ranked in the top 25 of all 10 specialties. Its academic partner, Washington University School of Medicine, is a top-ranked U.S. medical school. Since 2005, it has been designated a Magnet hospital for nursing excellence by the ANCC.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The Speech Pathologist provides skilled speech and swallow therapy services, including evaluation and treatment.

Responsibilities

1. Establishes treatment plans and provides therapy, considering discharge needs, expected discharge functional status, and equipment requirements.
2. Educates and collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare providers; makes referrals to specialists as needed.
3. Delegates tasks to assistants, techs, and students via written and verbal communication, assessing their skill levels.
4. Completes documentation per departmental policies.
5. Provides assessments, reassessments, and consultations for Speech Services.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Master's Degree in Speech Pathology

Experience

• No experience required

Supervisor Experience

• Not required

Licenses & Certifications

• Speech-Language Pathologist license

Preferred Requirements

• ASHA Certification

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC, we are committed to providing benefits and resources to support your well-being:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services from day one
• Disability insurance paid by BJC
• Pension and 403(b) plans funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance from day one
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Paid Time Off including vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days
• Adoption assistance

Learn more at www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits. Note: Not all benefits apply to all jobs.

This description provides a general overview of the work performed and does not encompass all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer.