Speech Language Pathologist

Ernest Health

  • Akron, OH
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
Overview:Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, Ohio (a partnership with Summa Health) is a state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation facility dedicated to helping patients overcome disabling injuries and illnesses.We specialize in intensive rehab for stroke recovery, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex conditions. Our compassionate, multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a supportive, healing environment.Joint Commission-accredited and certified in stroke and brain injury rehabilitation, Summa Rehab Hospital is nationally recognized (including being named one of America’s Best Rehab Hospitals by Newsweek) for delivering patient-centered care that helps individuals regain independence.Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Flexible and Health Saving account options available
  • Pet Insurance
  • 401K with employer matching
  • Life insurance
  • Short-and-long term disability
  • Competitive compensation
Wellness & Work Life balance:
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
  • Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.
Professional Growth:
  • Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
  • Therapy Preceptor bonus program
  • Continuing education opportunities
What you bring:
  • A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
  • Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Speech Language Pathology.
  • Current State Speech Language Pathology License.
As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.Location Perks:Located in the heart of Akron, “The Rubber City,” Summa Rehab Hospital offers the opportunity to work in a community rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Explore local gems like Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, the Akron Art Museum, and the Akron Zoo, or enjoy the scenic outdoors at Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the Towpath Trail. With attractions like the Goodyear Blimp and Blossom Music Center, Akron provides a unique blend of heritage and entertainment. It’s the perfect place to grow your career and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.Qualifications:Required Skills:
  • Current and valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required.
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA or Clinical Fellowship Year status or equivalent preferred.
  • Two years’ experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
  • Current BLS certification from an approved required.
Additional Qualifications/Skills:
  • Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
  • Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
  • Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
  • Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
  • Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
  • Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
  • Effective organizational and time management skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
  • Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
  • Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
Responsibilities:Assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and other related disorders. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

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