Speech Language Pathologist

About the role

A Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) diagnoses and treats conditions that affect the ability to communicate and swallow. As an expert in communication, you will help assess, diagnose, treat and prevent speech, language, voice and swallowing disorders for our patients. In this role, you can help patients improve their speech, open new communication possibilities and improve their ability to comprehend others, express themselves and swallow safely.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with injuries and/or diseases which result in a loss or impairment of speech, language, voice, cognitive and/or swallowing function.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patients’ conditions.
• Establish goals and plans of care.
• Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard speech therapy techniques and skills.
• Complete documentation.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree
• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology Program
• Current Ohio license as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Hold or have applied for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in clinical area
• Acute care experience, especially with dysphagia therapy
• One to two years of experience

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity and visual acuity to perform tasks needed for patient care and administrative tasks.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Benefits

• We offer the following choices to cover your health, dental and vision care as well as life insurance.
• Health Plan Options – You have the choice between two comprehensive Cleveland Clinic Employee Health Plan options: EHP and EHP Plus. Both plans are administered by Aetna and feature minimal copays for in-network care.
• Dental Care – Four plan options administered by Cigna are available.
• Vision Care – Two plan options administered by EyeMed are available.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Eligible caregivers receive Paid Time Off (PTO) that can be allotted toward vacation, holidays, sick time, etc.
• Caregiver discounts – We offer discounted rates for auto, home and pet insurance, identify theft protection and more.
• Adoption assistance – We provide financial assistance of up to $5,000/per child ($10,000 maximum lifetime benefit) for caregivers who choose to legally adopt a child.
• Employee Assistance Program – The Program provides free, confidential short-term counseling for caregivers and their families, whether for relationships or legal challenges.
• Employee Hardship Fund – This fund provides aid for caregivers experiencing unexpected financial difficulties.
• Paid maternity and parental leave – You will enjoy up to eight consecutive weeks for maternal care after the birth of your child to bond with your baby and up to four weeks for parental care.

Pay

Minimum hourly: $48.00 Maximum hourly: $48.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).