Full Time Speech Language Pathologist, Pediatrics

sluhn; Phillipsburg (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with voice, fluency, speech, language and swallowing disorders.

The role requires CCC-SLP and state licensure in PA or NJ, with BLS/CPR certification as applicable. The successful candidate will document progress, collaborate with therapists and physicians, participate in education activities, and contribute to quality improvement while maintaining productive patient care within

Qualifications

• Doctoral or Master's degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited institution.
• CCC-SLP certification is required.
• Current licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist in PA or NJ.
• BLS certification required or to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat voice, fluency, speech, language, and swallowing impaired patients.
• Document evaluation and treatment progress in accordance with guidelines.
• Bill patient's accounts for equipment and services rendered.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff, physicians and referral sources.
• Maintain and upgrade clinical skills through continuing education and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in departmental meetings, rehab team conferences and quality improvement activities.

Skills

CCC-SLP certification

CPR certification

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech Pathology

PA/NJ SLP state licensure

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides quality care in the evaluation and treatment of voice, fluency, speech, language, and swallowing impaired patients.
• Documents evaluation and treatment efforts as well as patient response to treatment in accordance with established professional guidelines.
• Bills patient's accounts for equipment and services rendered.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, staff members, physicians and referral sources.
• Maintains and upgrades clinical skills by participating in continuing education activities, shares knowledge with peers.
• Participates in patient care conferences (eg. Rehab team) as needed, departmental programs (eg. Better Speech and Hearing Month activities) , in-services, and departmental and section meetings.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities in the Department and the hospital.
• Demonstrates productivity in terms of volume of patients seen for speech pathology services.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Sitting for up to 5 hours per day, 2 hours at a time.
• Standing and walking up to 6 hours per day, 1 hour at a time.
• Twisting, bending, kneeling, reaching, forward frequently to interact with patients.
• Lifting adults, infants and children up to 50 lbs. frequently to transfer from chair to floor and back, and frequently carrying from one place to another.
• Adequate strength and mobility to calm patients with disruptive behaviors (eg. Confused, combative adults, children with temper tantrums who lift tables and chairs, throw toys, etc.)
• Manual dexterity to manipulate equipment controls.
• Good vision and hearing to observe subtle verbal and nonverbal behaviors and to read Video Barium Swallow Studies.

EDUCATION:

• Doctoral degree or Master's degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited institution.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or equivalent, required upon hire or to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Current Speech Language Pathologist license in the State of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, based on work location, is required. The Speech Language Pathologist shall work within the practice guidelines as defined by Pennsylvania or New Jersey state law (based on work location).

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) is required. Pennsylvania license in Speech Pathology.
• Current CPR certification.

MINIMUM - MAXIMUM COMPENSATION PAY RANGE:

$69,450.00 - $111,120.00

St Luke's University Health Network is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate's relevant skills, experience, and education. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on state requirements.

BENEFIT OFFERINGS:

• St. Lukes offers comprehensive health, dental, vision, short term and long term disability, life insurance, generous PTO, sick leave and professional development opportunities. Join us to experience a supportive workplace with a focus on your growth and well-being.

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.