Speech-Language Pathologist

Mercy seeks a per diem Speech Therapist to assess, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. In this role, you will perform comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans, and deliver compassionate therapy across diverse patient populations. You will document accurately in the EMR, collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and the rehab team, and educate patients and families on home programs. Mercy offers a supportive, mission-driven environment focused on professional growth, innovation in care, and meaningful impact on patient outcomes. Evaluate patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans Document assessments, goals, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the EMR Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehab team on coordinated care Educate patients and families on therapy techniques and home programs Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and care planning Adhere to regulatory, ethical, and documentation standards Contribute to quality improvement and clinical best-practice initiatives Speech-language evaluation Treatment planning Dysphagia management Cognitive-communication therapy Pediatric and adult speech therapy EMR documentation Interdisciplinary collaboration Patient and family education Evidence-based practice Regulatory and compliance standards Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current state Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred American Heart Association BLS certification ASHA membership preferred