Senior Speech-Language Pathologist — PT (Danbury)

Northwell Health; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 117,482,000 - 217,771,000; Part time

Job summary

Danbury Hospital invites a Senior Speech-Language Pathologist (PT) to join our I/P Physical Medicine team in Danbury. You will assess and treat patients with complex speech, language, voice, swallowing disorders across in-patient and out-patient settings, collaborating with physicians and families to maximize functional independence.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, ASHA certification, and at least three years of relevant experience, with CPR

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• ASHA credential and SPT certification are noted in the job info.
• Minimum experience: three years.

Responsibilities

• Performs speech/language evaluations on patients with complex diagnoses.
• Performs speech/language therapy treatment planning and implementation for complex patients.
• Provides patient/family education and training.
• Provides peer reviews and participates in performance improvement activities.
• Documentation is completed based on department guidelines.
• Initiates discharge planning.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Danbury Hospital invites a Senior Speech-Language Pathologist (PT) to join our I/P Physical Medicine team in Danbury. You will assess and treat patients with complex speech, language, voice, swallowing disorders across in-patient and out-patient settings, collaborating with physicians and families to maximize functional independence.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, ASHA certification, and at least three years of relevant experience, with CPR