Speech Pathologist (SLP)

Memorial Physician Practices; Darby, Northern (Delaware County, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K benefits

PTO & sick time

Employee assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby, PA, seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to perform and document initial and ongoing patient assessments, design and implement plans of care, and educate families about treatment progress.

The role includes discharge planning for therapy services and supervising clinical fellows, students, and support staff, contributing to a collaborative, patient-centered care team.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Current licensure with KY Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document initial and ongoing assessments of patients' condition.
• Design and implement a plan of care in collaboration with patient and family.
• Educate and counsel patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
• Plan and assist with patient discharge from therapy services.
• Supervise clinical fellows, students, and support personnel.

Skills

Licensed Speech Therapist

Language Pathology & Audiology

BLS Certification

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Who we are:

Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby, PA, has 204 beds. It is a 204-bed teaching hospital offering advanced acute care in Delaware County and Southwest Philadelphia.

Why Choose Us:

We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation and flexible scheduling so you can focus on what really matters - providing quality patient care. Join our team in Philadelphia to build a career that touches lives.

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Assistance for qualified applicants, and so much more

Position Summary:

Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition. Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family. Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress. Plans and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services. Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology Required
• Licenses: Licensed Speech Therapist; Current licensure with KY Board of Speech
• Language Pathology & Audiology
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days of hire

EEOC Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employ

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