Speech Language Pathologist

CommonSpirit Health • Chandler, AZ

11d

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist is a vital clinician who assesses, diagnoses, and treats communication and swallowing disorders to improve patients’ quality of life. The role conducts comprehensive evaluations for referred patients and implements individualized treatment plans. The clinician contributes expertise to the development and improvement of treatment programs and protocols and helps shape departmental and organizational goals. The position calls for advanced clinical knowledge, strong diagnostic and therapeutic skills, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• License from the Arizona State Board as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certificate.

Responsibilities

• Review patient records thoroughly and administer appropriate standardized and non-standardized assessment tools and methods, accounting for cultural and linguistic factors.
• Identify accurate severity levels and weigh prognostic factors, including developmental and acquired brain injury factors.
• Set measurable short- and long-term goals focused on functional outcomes.
• Modify treatment plans in response to changes in medical condition, patient needs, progress, and risk factors.
• Coordinate care plans with the interdisciplinary team and make appropriate referrals to other services.
• Select evidence-based intervention strategies that account for age, culture, and linguistic factors, and revise interventions as appropriate.
• Apply learning, behavioral, and pragmatic tools and procedures.
• Share expertise and knowledge as a resource.

Benefits

• A $10,000 sign-on bonus for new hires who meet eligibility requirements.
• Extensive training, comprehensive resources, and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time