Speech Therapist

OverviewFor more than 70 years, Mercy Medical Center Redding has offered comprehensive health care in the North State, providing acute care and a full range of medical services. The 267-bed hospital offers major medical services including a Level II Trauma Center as well as specialized Cardiovascular Care, Stroke Care, Orthopedics, Neurological Surgery, Comprehensive Cancer Care, Maternity Care, and da Vinci Robotic Surgery. It is the sole provider of obstetrical services, along with the only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Shasta County. In addition, the hospital’s network of care includes Mercy Home Health and Hospice and Dignity Health Connected Living. Mercy Medical Center Redding is a member of the Dignity Health system and is a sister facility to St. Elizabeth Community Hospital in Red Bluff and Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta. As one of the area’s largest non-profit employers, we are proud to give back to the community by providing many programs and services to benefit overall health.Visitto learn more.ResponsibilitiesPosition Summary:The incumbent is responsible for administration and direct application of Speech/Language Pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician. The incumbent evaluates plans, directs and treats all patients referred to speech/language. The incumbent also provides pathology treatments to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

Current licensure by the California Board of Medical Quality Assurance as a speech and language pathologist

One year of experience as a speech therapist

Knowledge and ability to perform a speech pathology assessment and evaluation required

Knowledge of principles, concepts, diagnostic, and therapeutic techniques for speech therapy required

Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite required

Current BLS certification required (must be certified through the American Heart Association)

Preferred Qualifications:

One year of home care experience preferred

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