Speech/Language Pathologist - Acute Care & Outpatient

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 68,500 - 97,760; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist at Canton-Potsdam Hospital to assess, treat, and manage care for patients with speech, language, and swallowing disorders. The role emphasizes diagnostic and therapeutic services aligned with ASHA and NYS standards, with weekend rotation in inpatient care.

The position involves 37.5 hours per week, day shifts, and on-call duties; collaboration with physicians and care teams to maximize patient communication and swallowing

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders required.
• New York State licensure or eligible for Clinical Fellowship year.
• BLS certification either current or to be completed within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Completes speech and language therapy evaluations to establish treatment plans and home programs.
• Administers treatment plans applying speech and language therapy techniques.
• Monitors progress and updates treatment plans to meet patient goals and provides discharge planning.
• Completes modified barium swallow studies within the hospital setting.
• Consults with physicians and other health care professionals regarding treatments and outcomes.
• Participates in education and training as applicable.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders

Job description

Job Summary

The speech therapist completes patient assessments, establishes patient care plans, administers patient treatment in accordance with licensure and regulatory scope and standards, and established hospital policies, procedures, and protocols. Focus on maximizing the communicative and swallowing competence of each patient. Provide comprehensive diagnostic, consultative, and treatment services for patients with hearing, language, speech, and swallowing disorders. Adhere to the professional standards of the American Speech -Language - Hearing Association and NYS Office of Professions. Actively supports and participates in patient coverage efforts across all departments as necessary. Hours may vary, including weekend rotation for the inpatient department.

Position Details

Job Title: Speech - Language Pathologist

Department: Physical Therapy

Location: Canton-Potsdam Hospital - 50 Leroy St, Potsdam, NY 13676

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Schedule: Day shift, 8-hr. shifts 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, weekend & holiday on-call rotation

Responsibilities

• Completes speech and language therapy evaluations to establish treatment plans and home programs to restore function & prevent disability. Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Administers patient treatment plan involving application of speech and language therapy techniques and modalities as indicated.
• Monitors response and progress to update and modify treatment plan as necessary to meet patient goals. Instructs patients and family members/caregivers in speech and language therapy procedures and self‑care techniques. Performs discharge planning and documentation to provide discharge instructions and maintain post‑discharge continuity of care.
• Completes modified barium swallow studies within the hospital setting.
• Consults with physicians and other health care professionals regarding treatments, progress, patient needs, and outcomes.
• Participates in self and others' education, training, and development, as applicable.
• Additional documentation that is not performed during evaluation and treatment sessions.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders (may be MA, MS, Med)
• One of the following: New York State licensure, or for recent graduates: completion of at least 9 months supervised Clinical Fellowship year, or eligible to participate in supervised Clinical Fellowship year by a NYS licensed Speech Language Pathologist with a NYS Limited permit and followed by the NYS licensure examination and achievement of NYS license.
• BLS (current or scheduled to complete within 90 days of hire)

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of post‑licensure practice as a Speech Therapist (CCC-SLP)

Physical Requirements

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

Pay Range

$68,500.00 - $97,760.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.