Speech Therapist - PRN

CommonSpirit Health; Lawrenceville (IL); On-site; USD 50,172 - 74,624; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to provide therapy and support for patients in their homes. This role includes assessing and treating speech, language, and swallowing disorders, developing personalized treatment plans, and maintaining accurate patient documentation. Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, an active SLP license, and CPR/BLS certification. Experience in clinical settings is preferred. Competitive hourly pay available.

Qualifications

• Active registered SLP license in the state of practice.
• Certification (CCC-SLP) from ASHA required.
• Current CPR/BLS Certification must be maintained.
• One-year Speech Therapy experience in a clinical setting.
• Current Drivers License is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to patients in their homes.
• Customize therapy strategies for individual patient goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress.
• Provide training and support for family members.

Skills

Speech therapy techniques

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Collaboration with healthcare professionals

Education

Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to join Good Samaritan Home Health team. The Speech Therapist will assess, diagnose and treat patients with speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders for patients in their homes. This role involves developing individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and working collaboratively with families and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to patients in their homes, including techniques to improve speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing skills.
• Customize therapy strategies to meet individual patient goals and objectives.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress, treatment goals, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements and standards.
• Provide training and support for family members to assist with therapeutic exercise and strategies at home.

Job Requirements

• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Active registered SLP license in the state you practice and certification (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Must obtain and maintain current CPR/BLS Certification.
• One-year Speech Therapy experience in a clinical setting.
• Current Drivers License.
• Comply with federal, state and local laws and regulations.

At CommonSpirit Health at Home, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We value the unique contributions of all individuals, including minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Where You’ll Work

Good Samaritan is a full-service health care organization that believes the best place for someone to get better is in their own home. As a faith-based organization, we are committed to finding new ways to improve the health of our patients and the health of the communities we serve. Rooted in humankindness, our ministry is at the heart of everything we do and can be seen in every patient we touch.

Pay Range

$36.42 - $54.17 /hour