Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist (Pediatrics/NICU) | MSCH | Day-Flex 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 101,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian/Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to assess and treat medically complex pediatric patients with feeding and swallowing disorders on acute care floors.

Work with NICU teams, including Level IV Neonatal ICU and Cardiac NICU, providing care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary staff. Per-diem with weekend coverage and limited weekday availability.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• ASHA Certification required or eligible for certification.
• New York State Licensure in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat medically complex pediatric patients (birth–21) with feeding/swallowing disorders on acute care floors.
• Collaborate with NICU teams (Level IV NICU and Cardiac NICU) and multidisciplinary care staff.
• Per-diem role for weekdays and weekends; minimum 2 days/month with some holiday coverage.

Skills

Pediatric feeding/swallowing

Neonatal ICU experience

Team collaboration

BLS certification

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA Certification

New York State Licensure in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Life-Changing Speech Therapy

NewYork-Presbyterian/Morgan Stanley Children Hospital

3959 Broadway, New York, NY 10032

At NewYork-Presbyterian/Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital, our Speech-Language Pathologists help pediatric patients experiencing serious impairments to connect with the world around them. Our tremendous team provides the expertise patients need to flourish in the areas of swallowing and communication. Now, you can become one of the people who Make It Possible.

Location

New York, New York

Shift

Day Flex (United States of America)

Description

In this dynamic role, you will evaluate and treat medically complex pediatric patients from birth to 21 years of age with feeding/swallowing disorders on the acute care floors. Leveraging your extensive clinical competencies and experience, you will care for critically ill patients in our Cardiac Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and our Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary care team to provide exceptional care.

This is the per-diem position for both weekdays and weekends. Must have some weekday availability and flexibility to work weekends - minimum of 2 days per month, and covering two holidays. Additional weekday availability is preferred.

Preferred Criteria

• Competency in Modified Barium Swallow Studies with pediatrics.
• Experience working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
• Experience working with Trach/Vent pediatric patients.
• Experience working with complicated cardiac, GI and ENT diagnoses.

Required Criteria

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Certification by the American Speech and Hearing Association.
• New York State Licensure in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 2+ years' experience evaluating/treating pediatric feeding and swallowing in an acute care setting.

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP. NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range

$73.50/Hourly

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.