Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) -PRN- The Jewish Hospital

Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to diagnose and treat a variety of communication disorders. In this rewarding role, you will conduct thorough evaluations and design personalized treatment plans to enhance patient communication skills across all age groups. Collaborating with a skilled healthcare team, you will utilize innovative therapeutic techniques and ensure patients and families are educated on their care. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise and offers comprehensive benefits, making a positive impact on the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Plans

Dental Plans

Vision Plans

Prescription Drug Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan Contributions

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Licensed Speech Language Pathologist in the state of practice required.
• CCC-SLP preferred at hire, required within one year.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient conditions to determine therapy needs.
• Design and administer tailored speech language pathology treatments.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Abilities

Critical Thinking

General Computer Skills

Age-Specific Standards Application

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01

Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

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.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (required)

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

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department: Physical Therapy - Jewish

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, 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’d 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 Employer, 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].