Speech Language Pathologist

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 53,037 - 74,252; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Watertown, MA, is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat communication and swallowing disorders. The role involves maintaining patient records, providing diagnostic services, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and state licensure. This is a full-time entry-level position with a pay range of $38.50 - $53.90 per hour.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Speech Language Pathology typically acquired by attaining a Master’s degree.
• Licensure by state of Massachusetts.
• Certification by American Speech-Language Hearing Association.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat communication and swallowing disorders.
• Maintain comprehensive records regarding patient care.
• Provide comprehensive diagnostic and treatment for speech disorders.
• Participate in research projects.

Skills

Communication Disorders

Swallowing Disorders

Diagnostic Skills

Collaborative Skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

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Join the growing BILH team. As a Speech Language Pathologist at Beth Israel Lahey Health, you will evaluate and treat communication and swallowing disorders affecting speech, voice, language, and swallowing abilities in adults and pediatric patients.

In the acute care setting, provide evaluations and recommendations for patient’s candidacy for PO diet or need for non‑oral nutritional support, and assist in speech and language screenings and discharge recommendations. In the outpatient setting, carry a varied caseload including pediatric speech and language disorders, voice disorders, professional voice care, augmentative communication evaluations, alaryngeal speech training, dysphagia, aphasia and dysarthria.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains comprehensive records regarding patient care in reports and correspondence both within the clinic and with outside healthcare providers. Maintains daily statistics and submits billing in timely order in compliance with department protocol.
• Provides comprehensive diagnostic and treatment for speech, voice and swallowing disorders.
• Participates in research projects coordinated by the Speech Pathologists in conjunction with the Medical Director of Otolaryngology.
• Attends and participates in continuing education within Lahey Clinic as well as outside conferences.
• Complies with Speech, Voice and Swallowing infection control measures and safety program; and maintains a safe and neat working environment.
• Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
• Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
• Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
• Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Knowledge of Speech Language Pathology typically acquired by attaining a Master’s degree in this field.
• Licensure, Certification, Registration: Licensure by state of Massachusetts; certification by American Speech‑Language Hearing Association.

Pay Range

$38.50 - $53.90

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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