Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

At Mercy, we are looking for an experienced and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to positively impact the lives of our patients and make a difference in their communication and swallowing abilities. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, is licensed to practice in the state of Michigan, and is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Our ideal SLP is a dedicated healthcare professional with a passion for helping others and a commitment to providing excellent patient care. If you have the qualifications and enthusiasm we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this position today.

Responsibilities of a Speech-Language Pathologist:

• Assess patient’s communication and swallowing abilities, and develop individualized treatment plans to improve their skills • Provide direct patient care, including individual and group sessions • Educate patients, families and caregivers about communication and swallowing issues and strategies • Collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure patient’s needs are being met • Document patient progress and complete necessary paperwork • Maintain a safe, clean and therapeutic environment • Stay up-to-date on best practices in the field of speech-language pathology and current research • Participate in professional development activities to maintain licensure and ASHA certification

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Des Moines, IA, USA is $54,000 to $87,000 per year. The median salary range for an SLP in Des Moines is $62,000 to $76,000 per year. The hourly wage range for an SLP in Des Moines is $25 to $44 per hour.

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