Speech Therapist - Cape Girardeau

Five 8-hr days or Four 10-hr days

Full Time, 40 hours per week

Mercy Southeast - Cape Girardeau

Independence St

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education
• Health/Dental/Vision available after day one
• Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA
• Paid parental leave for new parents
• 401k with employer match
• Paid PTO for volunteering
• Competitive salary
• Future career growth!

Overview:

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.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology.

• Licensure: Current or provisional Speech Language Pathologist license in applicable State of practice.

• 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.

• Preferred Experience: one year of experience. Experience in caring for patients of all ages preferred.

We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

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