Job Abstract

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health

Under the general direction of the referring physician, diagnoses, plans and provides treatment for communication and swallowing disorders.  Determines need for referral to specialists in medicine, dentistry, education, psychology, sociology and related areas.  Acts as consultant of educational, medical and other professional personnel in the basics of speech/language pathology.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, linguistics and phonetics at a level normally acquired through completion of a Masters of Arts or Science in Speech/Language Pathology.

Certification by the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association upon completion of Clinical Fellowship Year and an Ohio state license by the end

of the first year of employment at the hospital.

Communication skills necessary in order to effectively communicate with patients, families and staff and physicians.

Familiarity with computer operations is required and organizational skills needed to design and plan for various therapeutic activities.

Maintains annual CPR Certification.

Working Conditions

Moderate level (20% or more of time) of physical exertion required.  Occasional exposure to adverse conditions.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

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

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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 Employer, 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