Speech Pathologist (SLP)

Lifepoint Health • Springfield, MO

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About The Position

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield is seeking a Speech-Language Therapist (SLP) to provide inpatient rehabilitation care. The hospital is a 60-bed facility serving patients recovering from strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, amputations, complex orthopedic injuries, and other conditions. The position is full-time with a varied schedule in a fast-paced team environment that offers opportunities to learn and grow. New graduates are welcome.

The therapist evaluates patients, develops and implements individualized plans of care with patient and family involvement, provides education and counseling, and helps plan discharge from therapy services. The role also includes supervising clinical fellows, students, and support personnel. The hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Licensed Speech Therapist with current licensure from the Missouri Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Passion for helping others and ability to work as a team player.

Nice To Haves

• New graduates are accepted.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document initial and ongoing assessments of patients’ conditions.
• Design and implement plans of care appropriate to identified problems, involving patients and families.
• Educate and counsel patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
• Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services.
• Supervise activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off for full-time employees.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level