AAC Speech-Language Pathologist — Adult Rehab & Assistive Tech

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 63,548 - 77,462; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy

Contract increases

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) savings match

Earned time cash out

Paid time off

Career advancement resources

Job summary

Boston Medical Center seeks a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in AAC to provide comprehensive services for adults with complex communication needs in inpatient and outpatient settings.

The AAC Specialist conducts evaluations, selects no-tech to high-tech AAC systems, programs devices, trains staff and patients, collaborates with the care team, and documents for insurance authorization to ensure continuity of care across settings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Current license and ASHA certification; ASHA membership required.
• Current CPR certification.
• AAC experience in a hospital setting beyond a clinical fellowship.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, recommend, and implement a full continuum of AAC systems and SGDs.
• Provide patient and caregiver education, device programming, and training.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and funders for insurance authorization.
• Document care and ensure continuity across inpatient, outpatient, home, and community settings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

English fluency

Bilingual (plus)

MS Office

Organization

Cultural sensitivity

Confidentiality

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Boston Medical Center seeks a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in AAC to provide comprehensive services for adults with complex communication needs in inpatient and outpatient settings.

The AAC Specialist conducts evaluations, selects no-tech to high-tech AAC systems, programs devices, trains staff and patients, collaborates with the care team, and documents for insurance authorization to ensure continuity of care across settings.