Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - West Hospital - PRN

Mercy Health; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is looking for a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive diagnoses and treatments for speech, language, and swallowing disorders at West Hospital in Kentucky. Candidates should possess required licenses and certifications, as well as a commitment to enhancing communication skills across diverse patient groups.

The role will involve designing individualized treatment plans, administering therapies, and collaborating with healthcare teams for optimal patient care. Competitive salary and benefits, including medical coverage and professional development assistance, are offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of practice.
• CCC‑SLP within one year of hire.
• Experience in a similar setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat speech and language disorders across all age groups.
• Conduct patient evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic procedures.

Skills

Age-specific patient care standards

General computer skills

Analytical abilities

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Education

Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist

Certificate of Clinical Competence Speech‑Language Pathology (CCC‑SLP)

BLS Basic Life Support

Job description

PRN Position

Speech Language Pathologist – West Hospital

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.

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you would like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].