Speech Therapist- Per Diem

Mercy; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Missouri seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist with a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology and a current or provisional state license. You must obtain ASHA Certification within 1 year of hire and hold BLS certification to care for patients safely.

Preferred applicants have at least one year of experience and experience caring for patients of all ages. You will join a collaborative team that supports growth, innovation, and compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Current or provisional SLP license in applicable state.
• ASHA certification within 1 year of hire; BLS certified.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations.
• Preferred experience: 1 year; age-diverse patient care is preferred.

Skills

Emergency response

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

SLP Licensure (current or provisional)

ASHA Certification

BLS Certification

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.