Speech Therapist Full Time
Springfield, VT - USA
Job Summary
Find your calling at Mercy!
Under the general supervision of the Physical Medicine Supervisor and according to standards of treatment performs objective assessments as well as comprehensive individualized treatment programs for patients of all ages according to departmental policies and procedures regarding referral.- Perform initial assessment on each patient upon receiving referral. Document all information according to departmental policies and procedures.
- Administer appropriate modalities exercise regimens or treatment procedures according to departmental policies and procedures on standards of treatment care.
- Participate in promoting education within the department.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.
- Demonstrates knowledge of special needs and behaviors of specific age groups to include neonatal pediatric adolescent adult and geriatric.
Position Details:
Education: Masters Degree in Speech/Language Pathology.
Licensure: Current or provisional Speech Language Pathologist license in applicable State of practice.
Experience:
Certifications: Certification from American Speech and Hearing Association within 1 year of hire extension at discretion of leader and clinical fellowship supervisor. BLS certified. Required certifications must be current before assigned to care for patients independently.
Other: Must be able to respond to emergency situations.
Preferred Experience: one year of experience. Experience in caring for patients of all ages preferred.
Why Mercy
From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.