Speech Language Pathologist

SSM Health • Jefferson City, MO

25d • Onsite

About The Position

Evaluate and treat individuals in speech, language, oral and pharyngeal function, cognitive or communicative function. Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient. Educates and counsels patients and family regarding treatment plans. Maintains clinical records and follows performance improvement recommendations. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from speech therapy services. Provides information regarding appropriate support programs. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master's degree
• No experience required
• Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.
• Speech-Language Pathologist, Licensed - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Speech Language Path - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Speech Language Pathologist - Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology
• Speech Language Pathologist - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Responsibilities

• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
• Educates and counsels patients and family regarding treatment plans.
• Maintains clinical records and follows performance improvement recommendations.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from speech therapy services. Provides information regarding appropriate support programs.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level