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Speech Language Pathologist - Day Institute
Company : Select Medical
Location : O'Fallon, IL, 62269
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Overview
SSM Health Physical Therapy
Day Institute
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
O'Fallon, IL
*Per Diem (M-F 8am-4:30pm)*
Tier I - $42
Tier II - $45
SSM Health Day Institute is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to work in our specialized outpatient rehabilitation program. We have nine centers across the St. Louis Metro area serving individuals recovering from a traumatic injury or illness who no longer require 24-hour nursing or acute rehabilitative care. We take a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to build skills and maximize independence. If you like working in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are passionate about helping the neurological and medically complex patient, apply today to explore a new career opportunity with us!
We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to per diem employees.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs
- Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals
- Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize outcomes.
- Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services
- Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination
- Provides for patient education to include development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to patient, family and other caregivers
- Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations
- Evaluates patient in actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Therapy required
- Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required
- Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology from the American speech-Language & Hearing Association or eligibility for Certification pending professional experience required.
- Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans
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Frequently asked questions
Select Medical’s Day Institute focuses on neurological and medically complex patients recovering from traumatic injuries, offering a multidisciplinary rehab approach. This environment demands specialized skills in coordinating therapy and creating tailored home programs, distinguishing it from more general outpatient speech therapy roles.
SLPs at Select Medical actively participate in clinical meetings to synchronize patient care plans with therapists and clinicians from various disciplines, ensuring comprehensive rehabilitation strategies that enhance patient outcomes in a dynamic, team-driven workplace.
Candidates must possess a valid state license for speech language pathology, CPR certification, and ideally the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA or be eligible for certification pending experience, aligning with Illinois state requirements and local healthcare standards.
O'Fallon and the greater St. Louis metro area show steady demand for speech language pathologists, especially within specialized rehab centers. Competition remains moderate, with opportunities growing due to an aging population and increased focus on neurological recovery services.
This position is per diem, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm, offering predictable daytime hours ideal for those seeking work-life balance while delivering specialized outpatient care.
The role offers tiered compensation with Tier I at $42/hour and Tier II at $45/hour, reflecting experience and credentials, which aligns competitively with regional outpatient rehab salary standards for speech language pathologists.
Select Medical fosters career development through exposure to complex neurological cases, multidisciplinary collaboration, and access to employee assistance programs, providing a nurturing environment for honing advanced clinical skills and expanding therapeutic expertise.
Daily tasks involve comprehensive patient evaluations, goal setting with measurable outcomes, coordinating care with other specialists, and preparing patients for discharge with customized home programs, all tailored to complex neurological rehabilitation.
Per diem employees are eligible for 401k benefits upon reaching 1,000 hours within their first year or subsequent calendar years, along with access to employee assistance programs that support financial and emotional well-being.
Expertise in treating neurological and medically complex patients is highly valued, as the Day Institute caters specifically to individuals recovering from traumatic injuries, requiring nuanced therapeutic approaches for maximizing independence.