What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist position at HirePower?
Employer Information
Our client offers exceptional care across various inpatient and outpatient specialties, along with mental health services facilitated by a dedicated team of skilled and compassionate medical experts. They aim to establish an integrated health system that fosters the well-being of New Yorkers.
Job Description
- Perform evaluations consisting of a review of the patient’s medical, surgical, and social history. Interpretation of appropriate formal and informal tests in the following areas: Motor Speech, Verbal Expression, Written Expression, Voice and Resonance, Auditory Comprehension, Reading Comprehension, Hearing as it impacts speech and language, Swallow function, Non-Verbal Communication, Orientation, Attention, Problem Solving and Reasoning, Memory, Oral Motor Function, Pragmatics, and Visual Perceptual Skills. Objective tests can be complex and may need to be adapted due to medical comorbidities.
- Provide initial evaluations and re-evaluations of the patient’s status related to speech, language, social and cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and/or swallowing consistently with physician referral.
- Implement and progress evidence-based therapy interventions consistent with established and modified goals and plans of care according to the patient’s response to treatment. Utilizes and supervises support staff as available and appropriate.
Education/Training/Certifications
- Valid license as a Speech Language Pathologist issued by the NYSED
Skills Required:
- Demonstrate knowledge of growth, development, and dynamics of behavior for age-related groups cared for.
- Knowledge of new computer software relating to patient treatment.
- Ability to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
- The clinician needs to be aware of third-party insurance coverage.
- May focus on inpatient as well as outpatient treatment populations.
- Ability to be flexible, quick thinking in stress-related situations, and to be resourceful daily.
“We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.”
JOB-10045438
Salary : $30 - $40