Speech Therapist - Willard Hospital
About The Position
The Speech Language Pathologist at Willard Hospital diagnoses and treats speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across all age groups. The role involves thorough evaluations, individualized treatment planning, and therapeutic techniques to enhance patients’ communication skills. The position is scheduled for 32 hours per week and works days/afternoons. Mercy Health is a faith-based, patient-focused organization committed to exceptional patient care and values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service, and stewardship. Associates support patient and community well-being in a culture of collaboration, excellence, and respect. The organization describes its benefits as intended to support associates’ personal and professional well-being, with eligibility and availability varying by market and employment status.
Requirements
- Current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
- Obtain the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) within one year if not held at hire.
- Obtain BLS Basic Life Support certification within 30 days for BSMH, or at hire for RSFH.
- Demonstrate appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Demonstrate general computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
- Have analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities, and progress.
- Have interpersonal skills to interact effectively with coworkers, physicians, patients, and families.
- Be able to work well with patients of all levels, the public, and other healthcare professionals.
- Demonstrate critical-thinking skills.
Nice To Haves
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) at hire.
- BLS Basic Life Support certification upon hire.
- Experience in an equivalent setting.
Responsibilities
- Review physician referrals, patient conditions, and medical histories to determine therapy needs.
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations and re-evaluations, and develop treatment and discharge plans based on clinical assessments and diagnostic tools.
- Administer prescribed speech-language pathology treatments tailored to individual patient needs.
- Design rehabilitative programs addressing verbal and written language, voice, articulation, fluency, communication interaction, swallowing, auditory and visual processing, memory, and cognition.
- Educate and train patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic procedures for continuation at home.
- Adjust treatment goals and plans as needed, collaborate with healthcare team members, and participate in patient care conferences.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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