Speech Therapist (Exempt)

Northshore Home Health Care; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Speech Therapist to perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive, individualized treatment programs according to departmental policies.

The role involves evaluating patient needs, creating tailored therapy plans, and caring for patients across all ages, with readiness to respond to emergencies and maintain certifications.

Qualifications

• Objective assessments and development of comprehensive, individualized treatment programs.
• Evaluating patient needs and creating tailored therapy plans.
• Providing care to patients across all ages; pediatric to geriatric.
• Must respond effectively to emergencies and maintain current certifications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient needs and develop tailored therapy plans.
• Provide speech-language pathology services to patients of all ages.
• Respond effectively to emergencies and ensure certifications are up to date.

Skills

Patient care

Emergency response

Tailored therapy plans

All ages care

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

State licensure (current or provisional)

ASHA Certification within 1 year of hire

BLS Certification

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Speech Therapist performs objective assessments and develops comprehensive, individualized treatment programs for patients in accordance with departmental policies and referral procedures.

Position Details

Responsibilities include:

• evaluating patient needs
• creating tailored therapy plans
• providing care to patients across all ages
• Must respond effectively to emergency situations and ensure certifications are current

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology
• current or provisional licensure in the applicable state
• certification from the American Speech and Hearing Association within one year of hire
• BLS certification is required
• Preferred experience includes at least one year of patient care experience, especially with diverse age groups

Why Join?

Enjoy outstanding benefits such as medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and retirement plans. Be part of a collaborative team dedicated to innovation, technology, and compassionate care, with opportunities for growth.