Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem
About The Position
Rehabilitation Hospital of Peoria, a specialized 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility in Peoria, Arizona, is seeking a per diem Speech Language Pathologist. The hospital provides intensive rehabilitation services for patients recovering from neurological conditions, trauma, and orthopedic surgeries. Its clinical team develops individualized therapy plans and focuses on measurable outcomes to help patients achieve maximum 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. Ernest Health offers recognition, wellness, and retention programs and encourages employees to share feedback about their work experience.
Requirements
- Current and valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
- Current BLS certification from an approved provider.
- Demonstrate an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
- Apply age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Demonstrate 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
- Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA, 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.
Benefits
- Recognition, wellness, and retention programs.
- Professional growth and career advancement opportunities.
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