Speech Language Pathologist

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 63,591 - 90,569; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Phoenix, Arizona, seeks dedicated professionals for the Acute Care Therapy Department. This role requires evaluating and treating patients, collaborating within a multidisciplinary team, and managing therapy services effectively. Candidates must have a graduate degree in Physical Therapy, an Arizona license, and BLS certification. Ideal for those looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a respected healthcare environment. The pay range is $55.95/hour.

Qualifications

• Internship or rotation in an appropriate clinical setting.
• Arizona license in the professional area.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients for treatment and administer care plans.
• Consult with healthcare disciplines to coordinate therapeutic programs.
• Instruct patients and caregivers in exercises and activities.
• Assist with patient program management.

Skills

Patient care

Consultation and coordination

Instruction in home-program exercises

Program management

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Master’s or Doctorate degree in an appropriate clinical area

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

The Acute Care Therapy Department at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center provides the evaluation and treatment of patients with a wide variety of diagnoses in a fast‑paced, challenging, and rewarding medical setting. Our therapists are critical members of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to achieving optimal outcomes for our patients. We are committed to teamwork and collaboration; our participation in interdisciplinary patient rounding occurs daily on a number of units throughout the facility, providing therapy professionals to work autonomously.

Expectations

• Provides patient care, including evaluating the patient for treatment, providing and directing administration of the care plan upon referral from the physician.
• Consults with other health‑care disciplines to coordinate therapeutic programs and discharge planning for individual patients.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in home‑program exercises and functional activities.
• Assists with patient program management while delivering quality patient services.

The rehabilitation department at Dignity Health St. Joseph Hospital Medical Center is a dynamic environment where you can pursue a highly challenging and rewarding career. Join our team at Dignity Health to take advantage of this amazing opportunity.

Job Requirements

Minimum

• Internship or rotation in an appropriate clinical setting.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Computer skills.
• Arizona license in the professional area.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.

Preferred

• Two (2) years progressive experience in a clinical area performing patient clinical care.
• Master’s or Doctorate degree in an appropriate clinical area.

  Where You’ll Work

  Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center is a 576‑bed, not‑for‑profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, it was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later the hospital remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. It is a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research, and hosts the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph’s, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph’s Level I Trauma Center.

  Pay Range

  $55.9528 - $55.9528/hour