Speech Language Pathologist

CommonSpirit Health; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, Arizona. In this role, you will assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders, improving patient quality of life.

You will implement individualized treatment plans and contribute to developing departmental goals. A graduate of an accredited Speech/Language Pathology program is required, along with necessary certifications. Be part of a community-focused healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech/Language Pathology program or related field.
• Speech Language Pathologist certification in AZ, upon hire.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for referred patients.
• Develop and upgrade treatment programs and protocols.
• Participate in continuing education and skill development.

Skills

Advanced clinical knowledge

Exceptional diagnostic skills

Therapeutic skills

Compassionate patient-centered approach

Education

Graduate of an accredited Speech/Language Pathology program

Masters or Doctorate in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Speech Language Pathologist, you will be a vital clinician, expertly assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders to significantly improve patient quality of life.

Every day, you will conduct comprehensive evaluations for all referred patients, meticulously implementing individualized treatment plans. You'll contribute clinical expertise to develop/upgrade treatment programs/protocols, and actively shape departmental and organizational goals.

To be successful in this role, you will possess advanced clinical knowledge, exceptional diagnostic/therapeutic skills, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

• Meets or exceeds the productivity standard on an individual basis.
• Meets or exceeds the productivity standard at the department level.
• Completes documentation of treatment minutes and enters electronic charges accurately and timely.
• Growth and community
• Participates in continuing education and develops advanced skills that enhance and align with department, clinical and business development.
• Participates on internal/external task force, committee or board appropriate to diagnostic program per manager approval.

Job Requirements

• Required
• Graduate of an accredited Speech/Language Pathology program or related field and Internship or rotation in appropriate clinical setting, upon hire and
• Speech Language Pathologist: AZ, upon hire and
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

• Preferred
• Masters Other Speech Language Pathology and 2 years progressive experience in clinical area, performing patient clinical care, upon hire or
• Doctorate Of Science Speech Language Pathology and 2 years progressive experience in clinical area, performing patient clinical care, upon hire
• Acute care hospital experience
• Prefer MBS and FEES experience

Where You'll Work

Imagine a workplace where your passion for healing meets a commitment to community. At Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, a 198-bed non-profit facility, you'll be an integral part of providing exceptional, compassionate healthcare to the vibrant and growing communities in and around Gilbert, Arizona.

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