Speech Language Pathologist - Day Institute

SSM Health Physical Therapy•Lake Saint Louis, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health Day Institute is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to work in its specialized outpatient rehabilitation program. The program serves individuals recovering from traumatic injury or illness who no longer require 24-hour nursing or acute rehabilitative care. Across ten centers in the St. Louis Metro area, the organization uses a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to build skills and maximize independence. The role offers a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on neurological and medically complex patients. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., in Lake Saint Louise, Missouri.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Speech Therapy.
Current and valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or eligibility for state licensure.
Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, or eligibility for certification pending professional experience.
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

Responsibilities

Evaluate assigned patients and establish appropriate treatment goals and programs.
Provide ongoing evaluation of patients’ status and goals.
Develop comprehensive treatment goals to maximize patient outcomes.
Coordinate treatment programs with other clinical and therapeutic services.
Attend appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.
Educate patients, including developing progressive home programs and instructing patients, families, and other caregivers.
Prepare for patient discharge, including ordering necessary equipment and making recommendations.
Evaluate patients in actual or simulated home, school, work, or community environments.