What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist position at MercyOne?
MercyOne Dubuque is the leading hospital in the tri-states, offering the only comprehensive cardiology center and level II regional neonatal intensive care unit in the area as well as the newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, home health care, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care, and a wide range of outpatient and community services. MercyOne operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home.
In recognition of the strength of its nursing service and the overall quality of patient care, MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet® hospital four consecutive times - the nation's most prestigious award for nursing excellence.Join the MercyOne family! We are looking to hire a Speech Therapist!
As a Speech Therapist at MercyOne, you will:
- Plan, administer, implement, and evaluate speech therapy for all appropriate programs and services within the PM & R Department, for all patient age groups
- Possess the skills necessary to provide direct patient care specific to each age group in accordance with department protocol
Schedule:
- 36 hours a week
- Days
- Rotating weekends
General Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology from accredited program
- Certification by American Speech and Hearing Association or be eligible to be certified
- Certificate of Clinical Competency once fully licensed
- Licensure (or eligibility for licensure) by the State of Iowa to practice as a Speech Therapist - Employee may be within their Clinical Fellowship year if able to meet ASHA requirements for completion
Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!
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