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Evaluates, plans, and implements Speech-Language Therapy services for patients according to standards of practice of the profession, laws governing practice by the State of Ohio, and facility and department policy and procedures. Collaborates with the patient, family, and treatment team to maximize functional outcomes for the patient.

• Obtains and interprets prescriptions for services with physician/referral source as required. Assesses and evaluates patients using appropriate non-standardized and standardized tests. Ensures completion of patient pre-certification/authorization requirements as needed. Demonstrates knowledge in growth and development necessary for evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients (pediatric as required by site).

• Develops individualized treatment program consistent with patient’s age, diagnosis, functional status, and personal goals. The patient and/or family/caregiver are included in development of attainable goals.

• Selects and administers appropriate techniques, modalities, and interventions to maximize outcomes. Monitors patient’s response to treatment and modifies the plan as needed. Demonstrates knowledge in growth and development necessary for treatment of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients (pediatric as required by site). Locations for treatment and evaluation include the hospital/clinic and settings in the community.

• Effectively communicates to patient, family/caregiver and treatment team both orally and in writing.

• Collaborates with the patient, family/caregiver and treatment team in planning for discharge. Provides patient and family/caregiver education and training. Makes appropriate discharge recommendations and obtains and/or recommends appropriate assistive equipment.

• Promotes the profession by participating in the Clinical Education program and providing education to others.

• Maintains competency by participation in continuing education, in-services and other learning opportunities. Meets standards for all required reviews of competency.

• Shares responsibility for common goals of the team by carrying caseload consistent with peers, maintaining the work environment and inventories, adjusting individual responsibilities to meet needs of department/work environment and positively representing department and profession to others.

• Participates in process improvement by identification of improvement opportunities for patient care, data collection and solutions to identified problems.

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Required Minimum Education: Graduate Degree (i.e. Master's Degree)

Specialty/Major: Speech Language Pathology

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS (must be non-expired/active unless otherwise stated):

Required: State of Ohio license in good standing with a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association or a conditional license under a supervised Professional Experience Plan approved by the Ohio Board. Current CPR certification.

Preferred: Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) and vital stem training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Years and Type of Experience: Experience preferred but not required

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Experience with electronic medical records

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

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 Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . 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 recruitment@mercy.com