Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem

Ernest Health • Akron, IA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, Ohio, is seeking a per diem Speech Language Pathologist to provide speech and language therapy in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. The hospital specializes in intensive rehabilitation for stroke recovery, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex conditions. Its multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to help individuals regain independence.

The Speech Language Pathologist assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and related disorders. The role integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice. Candidates must hold current, valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist and current BLS certification from an approved provider. ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, Clinical Fellowship Year status, or equivalent, and two years of rehabilitation hospital experience are preferred.

Requirements

• Current, valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Current BLS certification from an approved provider.
• Demonstrated understanding of treatment costs and financial support in relation to quality and efficiency.
• Appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Competency in providing care according to established standards.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.

Nice To Haves

• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, Clinical Fellowship Year status, or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and other related disorders.
• Integrate the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

What This Job Offers

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