Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatric
 Mercy Health Corporation | |
$36.56 - $54.85
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paid time off
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 United States, Wisconsin, Janesville | |
| 557 N Washington St (Show on map) | |
 May 19, 2026 | |
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OVERVIEW The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses. Schedule: 24 hours per week Shift: Days Location: Sports Medicine & Rehab Clinic, Janesville Pay Range: $36-.56-54.85 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Performs evaluation / assessment using evidence-based standards to create an effective plan of care. * Applies critical thinking and integrative treatment to improve the functional level of the patient. * Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing. * Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes. * Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation * Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques * Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners * Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department * Active participant in the Performance Improvement process * Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between speech language pathologists, nursing and rehabilitation team, and the physician group * Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on speech language pathology and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Master's Degree from an accredited school of Speech Language Pathology CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE 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 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Passing the Driver's License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring). Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check. Must be able to follow written/oral instructions. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES 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 WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Occupational Exposure: Category A - All partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure. INFORMATION ACCESS Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties. WORK CONTACT GROUP Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Stand - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time Walk - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time Sit - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time Handling/Fingering/Feeling - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time Reaching - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time Climb/Balance - Not a present activity Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl - Not a present activity Talk/Hear - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time Taste/Smell - Not a present activity Strength - Light work exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally Distance Vision - Not a present activity Color Vision - Not a present activity Peripheral Vision - Not a present activity Depth Perception - Not a present activity Ability to Adjust Focus - Not a present activity LEVEL OF SUPERVISION Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards. PAY RANGE: $36.56 - $54.85Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
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