Speech Language Pathologist

Where You’ll Work Hello Humankindness

• Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness. Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.
• Leaders in
• Specialized
• Care:
• Barrow
• Neurological
• Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton
• Thoracic
• Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level
• I
• Trauma
• Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7. Why SJHMC?
• Culture of
• Excellence &
• Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community &
• Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Join a
• Legacy,
• Shape a
• Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care. This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness. 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 multi-disciplinary 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 the 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!