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Speech Pathologist | Per Diem

ChristianaCare·Newark, Delaware

$59 - $59/hrPart TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 13 days ago
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Speech Pathologist | Per Diem · $59 - $59/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +43% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Newark, Delaware ($41.28/hr, n=194)
  • 59 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$15.75/hr · lowesthighest · $194/hr
this role: $59.00/hrmedian $41.28/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 194 posted healthcare roles in Newark, Delaware rates. This role sits in the 77th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 43% above the Newark, Delaware median for similar positions.

The Speech Pathologist will perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment programs for adults with communication and swallowing disorders. They will also provide essential education and training to patients and their families within an acute and rehabilitation setting.

Job Details Do you want to work at one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation?

Join our Rehabilitation Team!

Life is full of choices, and whom you work for is one of life's most important decisions.

ChristianaCare has earned national recognition for excellence.

Choose an organization that provides career advancement and the opportunity to impact health.

ChristianaCare is recruiting for a per diem Speech Language Pathologist to work a minimum of two weekend days per month.

Availability to work one to three additional weekday shifts per week and/or weekend shifts as available is highly desired.

In this position, you will assess and treat adults with communication and swallowing disorders in inpatient acute and rehabilitation settings.

With an emphasis on patient-family centered care, we specialize in a variety of services with a dynamic interdisciplinary/trans-disciplinary team approach.

Principal

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive patient evaluations Develop and implement appropriate treatment programs to include family specific goals and time frames Provide patient and family education and training Education and experience requirements: Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology Licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of Delaware Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or CF Certification CPR Certification Acute care experience preferred Rehabilitation Team Offers: Training/Mentorship Program for skills including but not limited to: tracheostomy/vent, Videofluoroscopy Swallowing Studies, Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing, and Videostroboscopy Studies; Career Ladder for professional advancement; Dynamic team with many having 10+ years with ChristianaCare. This is a flat rate position. Any individual hired into this position will be paid $59.00/hour plus any applicable differentials. This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Post End Date Oct 30, 2026 EEO Posting Statement ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology and possess or be eligible for licensure in the state of Delaware. A Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or CF Certification and CPR certification are required, with acute care experience preferred.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Rehabilitation
  • Treatment planning
  • Patient education
  • Acute care
  • Patient evaluation
  • Ventilator management
  • Swallowing disorders
  • Communication disorders
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Speech language pathology
  • Fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing
  • Interdisciplinary team approach
  • Videofluoroscopy swallowing studies
  • Videostroboscopy studies

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Training and mentorship program
  • Career ladder

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$59 - $59/hr
Location
Newark, Delaware
Posted
Aug 28, 2026
Closes
Oct 30, 2026
Application
Employer website
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ChristianaCare

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, ChristianaCare is one of the country’s most dynamic health care organizations, centered on improving health outcomes, making high-quality care more accessible and lowering health care costs. ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Per diem SLP demand in Delaware

Per diem speech pathologist roles in Delaware often reflect steady demand in schools, outpatient settings, and rehabilitation care, especially when coverage is needed for absences or fluctuating caseloads. These roles can be competitive because employers typically want a master’s degree, Delaware licensure or eligibility, CCC or CF certification, and CPR certification. Before applying, confirm your license status and schedule flexibility, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.

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