Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Physical Therapy - St. Rita's Medical Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Lima, Ohio is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to diagnose and treat speech, language, and cognitive disorders in patients of all ages. The role involves conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, and administering therapy.

The ideal candidate should have a current license as a Speech Language Pathologist and demonstrate strong skills in analytical thinking and interpersonal communication. Excellent benefits including competitive pay and tuition assistance are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a current Speech Language Pathologist license.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification within 30 days for BSMH.
• Preferred years of experience in an equivalent setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess physician referrals and patient conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Administer prescribed speech language pathology treatments.

Skills

Age-specific standards application

General computer skills

Analytical abilities

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking skills

Education

Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist

CCC-SLP required within one year

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist – Physical Therapy – St. Rita's Medical Center

Mercy Health

Job Summary

The Speech Language Pathologist will diagnose and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across all age groups. They conduct thorough evaluations, design treatment plans, and utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques to enhance communication skills.

Essential Functions

• Assess physician referrals, patient conditions, and medical histories to determine therapy needs.
• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, 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, as well as memory and cognition.
• Educate and train patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic procedures for continuation at home.
• Adjust treatment goals and plans as necessary, collaborating with healthcare team members and participating in patient care conferences.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Required Licensing & Certifications

• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of current practice (required)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence Speech-Language Pathology (CCC‑SLP) (preferred at hire, required within one year)
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)

Experience

Years Of Experience In Equivalent Setting (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co‑workers, physicians, patients and families.
• Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.

Training

None

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

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