Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist - Acute Care

Partner's Healthcare; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 150,607,000 - 164,908,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Cambridge seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose, treat and help prevent speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and related disorders in patients. The role emphasizes developing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

The position requires strong clinical skills, effective communication with patients and families, and the ability to work within an interprofessional team to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Experience in acute hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, fluency disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Implement treatment plans using diverse techniques and modalities.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families about disorders and strategies to improve communication.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical assessment

Independent practice

Communication strategies

Education

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

CCC-SLP

CCC-A

BLS Certification

Job description

Mass General Brigham in Cambridge seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose, treat and help prevent speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and related disorders in patients. The role emphasizes developing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

The position requires strong clinical skills, effective communication with patients and families, and the ability to work within an interprofessional team to