Inpatient Rehab Speech-Language Pathologist
Saint Joseph, MO
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Inpatient

Location: Saint Joseph, Missouri
Facility: Mosaic Life Care St. Joseph
Hospital System: VitalCaring Group
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
• Shift: 5 days a week, 8-hour day shifts (08:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
• Call Requirement: Weekend swallow evaluations (bedside and MBS)
• Weekend Requirement: 2 weekend shifts per contract
• Experience: Minimum 1 year required
• First-time travelers are welcome
• Return-to-Office (RTO) limit: 2 requests per contract

Required Certifications & Licenses

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA (RQI acceptable) or ARC (must state "Basic Life Support")
• CCC-SLP (Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology)
• State License (Missouri) with primary source verification within 30 days of start
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only (RQI acceptable) required for certain units (verify if applicable)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit or role (e.g., PALS, TNCC, NIH Stroke Certification)

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Basic Dysrhythmia/EKG exam required for applicable nursing staff (not directly for SLP but relevant if cross-disciplinary)
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exams as applicable
• Pass/fail testing with minimum passing score of 84% (specific to nursing roles)
• Facility-specific orientation quizzes and acknowledgements (e.g., confidentiality, code of conduct)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within the last 12 months (not required annually)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, with additional requirements if positive
• Immunizations or proof of immunity (2 doses or positive titer or declination accepted) for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (vaccination series, titer, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season or approved medical/religious exemption (mask required if exempt)
• Drug screening within 30 days of start, covering a comprehensive panel of substances

Background & Verification

• Background check within 30 days of start including:

  • National criminal check
  • State and county searches for 10 years of addresses and aliases
  • SSN trace and national sex offender check
  • FACIS Level 3
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• Verification of education (official transcript or diploma with graduation date)
• Verification of most recent work history
• Two professional references within 3 years of start
• Missouri-specific EDL search within 30 days of start

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Review and sign confidentiality agreement and code of conduct
• Complete demographic form prior to start
• Complete agency nurse orientation quiz with a passing score of 84% or higher

This position offers an opportunity to work in a reputable healthcare system with clear certification, health, and compliance requirements to ensure quality patient care and professional standards.