Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem

Ernest Health•Green Bay, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Green Bay Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a per diem Speech Language Pathologist for weekend evaluations in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation for people recovering from life-altering injuries and illnesses, including stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex medical conditions. Speech Language Pathologists provide patient-centered care as part of a team of therapists, nurses, and physicians, helping patients achieve their highest level of independence. The role assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and related disorders. The therapist integrates the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice and demonstrates competency in care consistent with established standards.

Requirements

Graduate degree from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program.
Current, valid state Speech Language Pathology license.
Current CPR certification; the qualifications section also specifies current BLS certification from an approved provider as required.
Demonstrated 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.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.
Understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
Passion for patient care and ability to collaborate as a team player.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
Provide care according to established standards and applicable age-specific policies and procedures for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Maintain quality, safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards.
Collaborate professionally with patients, coworkers, and staff; organize, delegate, and educate as appropriate.