Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Per Diem

Select Medical; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

401k eligibility

Per diem schedule

Job summary

Select Medical Rehabilitation - Orlando Central is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our acute rehab unit housed inside the Select Specialty Hospital. The Per Diem schedule emphasizes evaluating and treating communication and swallowing disorders with a collaborative, patient-centered approach.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, design goal-directed therapies, and participate in ongoing peer review while contributing to program development and policy updates.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required.
• BLS or completion within 90 days of employment required.
• Preferred CCC certificate from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of communication and swallowing function.
• Develop goal-oriented treatment plans to maximize communication and swallowing potential.
• Collaborate with Rehab Therapy staff to ensure quality interdisciplinary care.
• Assist in developing and updating departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain adequate supplies and share knowledge with colleagues.

Skills

State licensure

BLS certification

Education

CCC ASHA credential

Job description

Overview

Select Medical Rehabilitation - Orlando Central

Position: Speech Language Pathologist -Location: Housed inside of Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando CentralSchedule: Per Diem

Our acute rehabilitation unit is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong:Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement:Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Foster Well-being:We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Your Impact Matters:Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will take initiative, responsibility, and action every day; you understand physical, mental, psychological and social needs of your patients.
• You have an understanding of communication skills, evaluation, and treatment and a desire to work in collaboration with associates to provide quality interdisciplinary patient programming.
• You will provide a comprehensive evaluation of communication skills and/or swallowing function and provide goal-oriented treatment to facilitate maximum communication and/or swallowing potential.
• Participates with fellow staff in monitoring the quality of services provided by the Rehab Therapy Department.
• Participates in peer review for staff performance and appraisals.
• Assists in the development of the SLP role in programs and services, as well as revising the departmental policies and procedures.
• Assists in maintaining an adequate stock of supplies.
• Exhibits willingness to share professional knowledge and experience. Alerts the Manager to educational needs

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language & Hearing Association.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans