Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem

Speech Language Pathologist – Per Diem

Join our world‑class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

We have a great per diem opportunity for a Speech Language Pathologist in Idaho at Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital, a long‑term acute care hospital dedicated to patients with serious medically complex conditions that require extended hospitalization and specialized care.

Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital is expanding its services and will be opening an in‑patient rehabilitation (IRU) unit to pair with its long‑term acute care beds. The IRU will provide acute rehabilitation services to patients with neurologic, orthopedic, cardiac and disease. Recognized with the AARC Quality Respiratory Care award and accredited by The Joint Commission, Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital offers a healing, family‑like environment where each patient receives compassionate, life‑sustaining care on their journey to wellness.

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• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short‑and long‑term disability
• Competitive compensation

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges and participation incentives
• Earned Time Off – Start accruing vacation time on start date

• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program
• Continuing education opportunities

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Speech Language Pathology
• Current State Speech Language Pathology License
• Current CPR certification

• Current and valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA or Clinical Fellowship Year status or equivalent preferred
• Two years’ experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred
• Current BLS certification required

• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures
• Proficient in general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and record management
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards

Assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and other related disorders. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.