Speech Language Pathologist

Advatix Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Philadelphia is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate patients with communication disorders and develop individualized therapy plans. The ideal candidate must hold a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and have at least 2 years of licensed experience. Responsibilities also include mentoring staff and collaborating with healthcare teams. This position is initially for 5 months with potential extensions.

Qualifications

• License in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Minimum of 2 years of licensed experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Independently evaluates patients with communication disorders.
• Develops individual therapy plans and updates goals.
• Mentors professional observers and students.

Skills

Communication disorders evaluation

Individual therapy plan development

Mentoring

Analytical skill

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist

Location: Philadelphia, PA, 19104

Schedule: 5 Months (Possible Extensions)

Responsibilities

• Independently evaluates patients with known or suspected communication disorders (including speech, language, and oral motor dysfunction) using both non-standardized and standardized evaluation tools. Records evaluation findings in accordance with departmental and Hospital procedures.
• Develops an individual therapy plan for each assigned patient, which includes goals of treatment. Updates goals and records patient progress in accordance with departmental and Hospital procedures.
• Presents and defends evaluation findings, progress, and recommendations to patients, families/significant caregivers, and health care professionals. Instructs family members and caregivers in home therapy programs. Consults with health care and educational staff to promote the patients’ communication skills.
• Participates in Departmental or program-based functions (i.e., staff meetings, Departmental continuing education activities, work group meetings/committees, Quality Improvement projects, development and refinement of clinical protocols, and equipment/supplies maintenance and ordering).
• Teaches within the Department, Hospital, professional community, and non-professional community.
• Provides consultative services outside of the Hospital setting.
• Mentors professional observers, students, and clinical fellows.
• High level of analytical skill in order to work independently to identify and plan for the resolution of problems encountered in clinical and research duties.

Qualifications

• License in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Minimum of 2 years of licensed experience.