Senior Speech Pathologist

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Required Qualifications

PA Speech and Language Pathologist License

Responsibilities

• Provides supervision for students and volunteers as required.
• Maintains a safe and orderly working environment for patients and staff.
• Adheres to the code of ethics of the American Speech and Hearing Association and the Practice Act of the Commonwealth of PA.
• Completes all documentation according to departmental policy and regulatory standards.
• Develops a comprehensive plan of care and provides treatment with appropriate and effective techniques to achieve established goals, emphasizing functional status.
• Assumes accountability for managing the delivery of patient care.
• Interprets and utilizes clinical data in the treatment plan.
• Performs and interprets modified barium swallow studies according to policy.
• Performs and interprets blue dye testing according to policy (i.e., tracheotomy and ventilator).
• Assesses current swallowing function in a variety of settings.
• Recommends specific safe swallowing precautions.
• Recommends diet according to patient needs.
• Progresses patient diet according to policy.
• Collaborates with patient/significant others when establishing goals and treatment plans.
• Participates in the orientation and training of other healthcare team members.
• Incorporates education into daily patient activity and individualizes educational plans based on patient needs.

Location and Salary

New Jersey, United States – $60.00-$90.00

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.