Speech Pathologist (SLP)

About the job

Facility Name: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield

Position: Speech-Language Therapist (SLP)

Shift: Full-time

Schedule: Varied

Your experience matters

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health a. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Speech-Language Therapist joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team:

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield is ****60-bed Rehabilitation Hospital. Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation services for patients recovering from strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, amputations, complex orthopedic injuries and other conditions. Our Unit is a very fast-paced yet fun environment with endless opportunities to learn and grow!

How You'll Contribute:

• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family.
• Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.
• Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.
• Other duties as assigned

What we’re looking for:  We are looking for a dynamic Speech-Language Therapist who is passionate about helping others and is a team player! Other requirements of the position include the following:

• Education: Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology Required

• Licenses: Licensed Speech Therapist; Current licensure with MO Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days of hire

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Accepting new Grads

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off for full-time employees.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

About Us

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 362355
• Job Category: Specialized Services
• Posting Date: 2026-11-05
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 5904 S Southwood Rd, Springfield, MO, 65804, US
• FTE: 1.0 - 80 hr/pp (Full Time)
• Career Site Category: Rehabilitation
• Facility Name: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - Springfield
• Is this position grant-funded?: No