Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist: Empower Communication

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for per diem day shifts in the Acute Care setting. The role involves evaluating and treating patients across ages with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders, and collaborating with physicians to optimize care.

Strong documentation and patient-centered care are essential. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology, PA SLP license, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• State licensure as SLP in Pennsylvania required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Per diem with multi-location shifts.
• 1 year clinical experience preferred for Home Care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans, directs, and administers speech therapy programs to restore function and independence.
• Performs evaluations of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across ages.
• Collaborates with physicians and care teams; documents in accordance with policy.
• Administers, scores, and interprets hearing and speech tests.
• Delivers evidence-based patient care tailored to age and needs.
• Supports diet texture and feeding recommendations with physicians.

Skills

Effective communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Licensed SLP in PA

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for per diem day shifts in the Acute Care setting. The role involves evaluating and treating patients across ages with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders, and collaborating with physicians to optimize care.

Strong documentation and patient-centered care are essential. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology, PA SLP license, and BLS.