Speech Language Pathologist – Inpatient, PRN

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois

. Evaluate and assess patients using evidence-based standards to create effective plans of care .

Posted 9/29/2026part-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Speech Language Pathology through advanced evaluation and treatment techniques, effective patient care planning, and interdisciplinary communication. Holds relevant certifications and licenses while maintaining high standards of documentation and compliance.

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Master’s Degree in Speech Language PathologyLicensed Speech Language Pathologist in WI/ILCertificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)CPR/BLS CertificationAdvanced Evaluation and Treatment Techniques

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Hard Skills

Evidence-Based AssessmentPatient Care PlanningElectronic DocumentationCoding and BillingCritical ThinkingIntegrative TreatmentPerformance Improvement ProcessesTraining and MentoringCost-Saving InitiativesInterdisciplinary Communication

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationMentoringCritical ThinkingInstructional Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)CPR/BLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Speech Language PathologyPatient CareInterdisciplinary TeamsDocumentation StandardsHealth Care Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate and assess patients using evidence-based standards to create effective plans of care
Apply critical thinking and integrative treatment to improve patients’ functional levels
Maintain thorough records of services with appropriate coding and billing
Communicate with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes
Perform thorough and timely electronic documentation
Demonstrate advanced evaluation and treatment techniques
Assist in orienting, training, and mentoring new partners
Participate in departmental cost-saving initiatives and Performance Improvement processes
Maintain high standards of patient care and communication among speech-language pathologists, nursing, rehabilitation teams, and physicians
Plan and conduct lectures and training programs for medical staff, students, and community groups

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree from an accredited school of Speech Language Pathology
Licensed as a speech language pathologist in WI, IL or both if required
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire
Passing the Driver’s License check
Travel to other locations for cross coverage
Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check
Must be able to follow written/oral instructions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Retirement
Time off
On-demand pay
Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)