Speech Language Pathologist

Job Summary and Responsibilities The Acute Care Therapy Department at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center provides the evaluation and treatment of patients with a wide variety of diagnoses in a fast‑paced, challenging, and rewarding medical setting. Our therapists are critical members of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to achieving optimal outcomes for our patients. We are committed to teamwork and collaboration; our participation in interdisciplinary patient rounding occurs daily on a number of units throughout the facility, providing therapy professionals to work autonomously. Expectations Provides patient care, including evaluating the patient for treatment, providing and directing administration of the care plan upon referral from the physician. Consults with other health‑care disciplines to coordinate therapeutic programs and discharge planning for individual patients. Instructs patients and caregivers in home‑program exercises and functional activities. Assists with patient program management while delivering quality patient services. The rehabilitation department at Dignity Health St. Joseph Hospital Medical Center is a dynamic environment where you can pursue a highly challenging and rewarding career. Join our team at Dignity Health to take advantage of this amazing opportunity. Job Requirements Minimum Internship or rotation in an appropriate clinical setting. Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program. Computer skills. Arizona license in the professional area. American Heart Association BLS certification. Preferred Two (2) years progressive experience in a clinical area performing patient clinical care. Master’s or Doctorate degree in an appropriate clinical area. Where You’ll Work Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center is a 576‑bed, not‑for‑profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, it was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later the hospital remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. It is a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research, and hosts the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St.Joseph’s, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St.Joseph’s Level I Trauma Center. Pay Range $55.9528 - $55.9528/hour #J-18808-Ljbffr