What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist SLP Per Diem position at Spaulding Hospital - Boston and Cambridge?
Summary
Responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with speech and language disorders. Routinely work with patients of all ages, from infants to the elderly, and develop customized treatment plans to help them improve their communication skills.
Essential Functions
Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify communication and swallowing disorders in patients.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results.
Provide therapy to patients with various communication and swallowing disorders.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Communicate with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and treatment plans.
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior speech pathologists and other healthcare professionals.
Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes
Education
Master's Degree Speech Therapy required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
Speech Language Pathologist [State License] required
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology [CCC-A] preferred
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology [CCC-SLP] preferred
Experience
speech pathology experience 3-5 years required
acute hospital experience 3-5 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Familiarity of diagnostic assessments for speech language.
Employee must have strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to incorporate new clinical procedures sufficiently to perform clinical services independently.
Ability to perform functions associated with contemporary audiology and speech-language pathology scope of practice.
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Knowledge of state standards, federal and state regulations.
Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
SRN is committed to diversity in the workplace which begins with respect and opportunity for all. SRN takes affirmative action to ensure that equal employment opportunity is provided to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, ancestry, veteran status, disability or any other basis that would be inconsistent with any applicable ordinance or law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in coming to or participating in the interview process, please let us know.
Education
Master's Degree Speech Therapy required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
Speech Language Pathologist [State License] required
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology [CCC-A] preferred
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology [CCC-SLP] preferred
Experience
speech pathology experience 3-5 years required
acute hospital experience 3-5 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Familiarity of diagnostic assessments for speech language.
Employee must have strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to incorporate new clinical procedures sufficiently to perform clinical services independently.
Ability to perform functions associated with contemporary audiology and speech-language pathology scope of practice.
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Knowledge of state standards, federal and state regulations.
Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
SRN is committed to diversity in the workplace which begins with respect and opportunity for all. SRN takes affirmative action to ensure that equal employment opportunity is provided to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, ancestry, veteran status, disability or any other basis that would be inconsistent with any applicable ordinance or law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in coming to or participating in the interview process, please let us know.