• Speech Language Pathologist - Neuro Acute Care

    Mayo Clinic (Phoenix, AZ)


    Why Mayo Clinic

     

    Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

    Benefits Highlights

    + Medical: Multiple plan options.

    + Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.

    + Vision: Affordable plan with national network.

    + Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.

    + Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

    Responsibilities

    Mayo Clinic in Arizona is seeking a medical Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our nationally recognized team. This position requires advanced clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of a broad spectrum of speech, language, cognitive, swallowing, and voice disorders. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the SLP will contribute to patient-centered care through evidence-based assessment and intervention in alignment with Mayo Clinic’s high standards of excellence, including the opportunity to serve as a clinical instructor for graduate students in speech pathology, clinical fellows, and other medical professionals. Depending on departmental assignment, the role includes specialized responsibilities and competencies tailored to patient populations within Neurology or Otorhinolaryngology.

    Qualifications

    + Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology educational program.

    + Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

    + Licensed as an SLP in the state of Arizona.

    + Current BLS certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

    For the Department of Neurology, the following are preferred qualifications:

    + Strong clinical skills and experience evaluating and treating medically complex adults and adults with neurogenic communication impairments -including aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, and cognitive-communication deficits- as well as strong clinical skills and experience with evaluation and treatment of dysphagia.

    + Independence in performing Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Studies (VFSS)

    + Independence in administering Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)

    + Experience with Respiratory Muscle Strength Training (RMST) as part of dysphagia or dysarthria intervention.

    + Specifically for positions offered in the Acute Care setting, prior hospital experience is preferred, with strong clinical skills in managing highly medically complex patients, ICU and PCU level of care, trach/vent management, instrumental swallowing assessments and dysphagia intervention, RMT, as well as strong written, communication, and interpersonal skills.

    + Specifically for positions offered in the Outpatient Clinic setting, prior experience, and participation in specialty clinics (i.e., ALS, DBS) as well as experience or interest in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems for adult populations is highly encouraged.

     

    Exemption Status

     

    Exempt

     

    Compensation Detail

     

    $83,782.40 - $125,736

     

    Benefits Eligible

     

    Yes

     

    Schedule

     

    Full Time

     

    Hours/Pay Period

     

    80

     

    Schedule Details

     

    Monday/Tuesday/Friday/Saturday, 10 hour shifts beginning at 7:30 am

     

    Weekend Schedule

     

    Occasional weekend coverage as needed

     

    International Assignment

     

    No

    Site Description

    Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

     

    Equal Opportunity

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

     

    Recruiter

     

    Sarah Lee

    Equal opportunity

    As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.