Overview By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That’s what it means to be dedicated to better. A member of Catholic Health, Mercy Hospital, a 375-bed not-for-profit hospital that has been serving the healthcare needs for the residents of Nassau County and its surrounding areas since 1913. Ranked among the top hospitals in New York State, Mercy offers a NYS designated Stroke Center, Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and has received Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center – the only hospital in the region and one of only two in NY State to receive this prestigious award. Job Details Senior Speech Language Pathologist Must be able to work Weekend and Holiday rotation Part time position Responsibilities include: • Administers Speech Therapy treatments per provider referral and in accordance with NYS practice act • Performs comprehensive speech language and swallow evaluations • Develops appropriate treatment plans with realistic, functional goals • Observes patients' response to treatment physically and psychologically and adjusts the treatment plan accordingly Communicates with physicians and other health care providers to coordinate and provide appropriate care • Educates nursing and other hospital staff regarding diet recommendations and appropriate compensatory strategies Performs daily operations in Speech department including scheduling tasks for inpatient rehab and acute care • Assists new staff with implementation of treatment ideas, and provides in service training as needed Leads department meetings at regular intervals • Serves as a mentor to Speech Therapy staff, providing support and assisting with problems and issues • Assists Director of Therapeutic Services and inpatient Supervisor with staff competencies, performance improvement indicators, and new programs and initiatives Manages all equipment including upkeep, replacement, repair as needed Ensures appropriate staff SLP productivity as determined by Director • Participates in the student training program by being a clinical instructor Prepares for and participates in regulatory surveys Qualifications include: • MA or MS in Speech Language Pathology required Must actively hold CCC’s • Current NYS license required • BLS required • 4 years of experience required, preferably in inpatient adult setting Salary Range USD $45.32 - USD $67.98 /Yr. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.