Speech Pathologist | Per Diem

ChristianaCare; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 73,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

ChristianaCare is recruiting a per diem Speech Language Pathologist to work a minimum of two weekend days per month, with potential additional weekday or weekend shifts. You will assess and treat adults with communication and swallowing disorders in inpatient acute and rehabilitation settings, partnering with a dynamic interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include evaluations, developing treatment programs with family-centered goals, and providing education and training to patients and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure in Delaware required.
• CCC or CF Certification required.
• CPR Certification required or strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations.
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment programs for adults with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Provide patient and family education and training.

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Delaware licensure or eligibility

CCC or CF Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Job Details

Do you want to work at one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation?

Join a Place Where Caregivers Feel Like Family

Life is full of choices, and few are more important than choosing where—and with whom—you work. At ChristianaCare, we believe our caregivers are more than employees; they are respected professionals, teammates, and members of our extended family. When you join us, you are choosing an organization that values your contributions, invests in your growth, and celebrates the meaningful difference you make every day.

ChristianaCare is proud to be ranked among the Top 100 hospitals in the nation and nationally recognized for excellence. Even more importantly, we are known for fostering a culture where caregivers feel connected, appreciated, and supported throughout every stage of their careers.

ChristianaCare is recruiting for a per diem Speech Language Pathologist to work a minimum of two weekend days per month. May pick up additional weekday or weekend shifts as available.

In this position, you will assess and treat adults with communication and swallowing disorders in inpatient acute and rehabilitation settings. With an emphasis on patient-family centered care, we specialize in a variety of services with a dynamic interdisciplinary/trans-disciplinary team approach.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment programs to include family specific goals and time frames
• Provide patient and family education and training

Education and experience requirements

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of Delaware
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or CF Certification
• CPR Certification
• Acute care experience preferred

Hourly Pay Range: $52.97 - $84.75

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Oct 30, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/