Speech-Language Pathologist - Impactful Patient Care

Mercy Health; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development support

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for Fairfield Hospital. The role involves diagnosing and treating speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across all ages. You will conduct evaluations, design treatment plans, and guide families on home care.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, developing discharge plans, and collaborating with the care team. Licensing and CCC-SLP timelines apply.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of current practice.
• CCC-SLP certification required within one year of hire.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days for specific sites or upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess referrals, patient conditions, and medical histories to determine therapy needs.
• Develop and implement comprehensive evaluation and discharge plans.
• Administer and tailor speech therapy treatments and educate families for home practice.
• Collaborate with healthcare team and participate in patient care conferences.

Skills

Age-specific standards

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Analytical abilities

General computer skills

Education

Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist

CCC-SLP certification

BLS Basic Life Support

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for Fairfield Hospital. The role involves diagnosing and treating speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across all ages. You will conduct evaluations, design treatment plans, and guide families on home care.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, developing discharge plans, and collaborating with the care team. Licensing and CCC-SLP timelines apply.