Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital - Quad Cities • Davenport, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. Speech Pathologists (SLP) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way. This Per Diem position is located in Davenport, Iowa, with a compensation of $50.00 per hour. The hospital offers an extensive orientation program and opportunities for advancement, potentially leading to full-time roles. Benefits are available for part-time/per diem positions, including 401k eligibility after reaching 1,000 hours. The role is part of a team of over 44,000 committed to exceptional patient care.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Take initiative, responsibility, and action every day; you understand physical, mental, psychological and social needs of your patients.
• Have an understanding of communication skills, evaluation, and treatment and a desire to work in collaboration with associates to provide quality interdisciplinary patient programming.
• 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

Benefits

• 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
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees