Speech Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

Are all hospitals the same? Not on your life. Hospitals are as different as the people who work in them. At Madison Health, our staff members know that kindness and compassion have a healing power all their own. They recognize that they each play a special role in creating a caring environment for our patients.

We are always looking for caring healthcare professionals to join our family of caregivers. Our associates are empowered to help improve the lives of others and the quality of care our patients receive. Why London, Ohio? London is a growing community just 25 minutes west of Columbus, OH. London offers a small town feel while still being close to metropolitan areas where you have easy access to a blend of entertainment and cultural experiences.

About the position: As a Speech Language Pathologist at Madison Health, you will be responsible for evaluation, treatment planning, treatment and discharge planning of patients with communication, cognition or swallowing difficulties that may result from illness, surgery, stroke, injury, congenital disorders, or developmental delays. Helps patients develop or recover reliable communication, cognition, or swallowing function through individualized treatment programs, instruction and use of compensatory strategies, and ongoing patient and caregiver education. The majority of services are outpatient, with a low percentage of inpatient. This is a full-time position. Primarily pediatric outpatient SLP with MBSS/IP coverage as well.

Key job qualities/duties:

• Evaluates the patient's condition upon referral. Integrates data from a variety of assessment techniques to create a customized treatment plan including short term and long term goals.
• Provides safe and effective speech therapy treatment incorporating physical, mental, social and emotional components to achieve improved quality of life and a sense of independence. Demonstrates the ability to apply accurate therapeutic principles and practices. Uses appropriate technical knowledge and clinical judgment in observing patient's reactions to treatments.
• Completes documentation timely to maximize compensation of speech therapy treatment.
• Demonstrates open and effective communication with other health care providers, patients and families. Treats patients and families with dignity and respect. Ensures confidentiality of patient records. Interacts professionally with patients and families and provides explanations and verbal reassurance as necessary.
• Exhibits knowledge of and adheres to established rules, regulations, laws and appropriate ethical standards as they pertain to this position and department.

What qualifications are we looking for?

• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the State of Ohio
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment required