Speech Therapist- Per Diem

Mercy; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan match

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to join a patient-centered team. A Master’s degree in Speech/Language Pathology is required, with a current or provisional license to practice in the state. ASHA certification within 1 year of hire is required, with BLS also needed.

The candidate must be able to respond to emergencies and handle patients of various ages as needed. Preferred is one year of experience; caring for patients of all ages is valued.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology required.
• Current or provisional SLP license in applicable state.
• ASHA certification within 1 year of hire; BLS certification; certifications must be current before independent patient care.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Emergency response

Education

Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Position Details:

• Education: Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology.
• Licensure: Current or provisional Speech Language Pathologist license in applicable State of practice.
• Experience:
• Certifications: Certification from American Speech and Hearing Association within 1 year of hire, extension at discretion of leader and clinical fellowship supervisor. BLS certified. Required certifications must be current before assigned to care for patients independently.
• Other: Must be able to respond to emergency situations.
• Preferred Experience: One year of experience. Experience in caring for patients of all ages preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.