Speech-Language Pathologist (Casual)

Nemours Children’s Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading pediatric health care system as a Casual Speech-Language Pathologist. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse range of patients, from birth to 17 years old, providing essential speech therapy services. As part of a dynamic Therapy team, you will engage in patient evaluations, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure the highest quality of care. This innovative organization is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, making it a fulfilling environment for professionals who are passionate about making a difference in children's lives. If you're eager to contribute to a supportive and inclusive team, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Experience in pediatrics preferred, with a focus on diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language pathology services to patients of all ages.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and patient treatment discussions.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Patient Evaluation

Documentation

Interdisciplinary Teamwork

Communication with Families

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Durable Medical Equipment

Documentation Software

Job description

Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware (formerly Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children), is hiring a Casual Speech-Language Pathologist to provide coverage as needed in our inpatient programs located in Wilmington, DE. Coverage needs include weekends.

This is a great opportunity to join a busy and growing Therapy team. We provide speech therapy for patients with a wide variety of diagnoses, ranging in age from birth to 17. We are also an early intervention partner with Delaware’s Birth to Three Early Intervention Program, providing clinic-based services.

Provides discipline specific patient examination, evaluation, intervention, documentation, parent/caregiver education, communication, and coordination of care with medical/clinical staff and outside agencies as appropriate within the discipline specific scope of practice and the guidelines designated by the department and the Delaware Valley policies and procedures. Actively participates in departmental education activities in order to expand knowledge of patient populations and evidence-based practice.

• Demonstrates proficiency in the care of all ages: pediatrics and adolescents. Demonstrates proficiency in the care of neonates as required by assignment.
• Able to provide speech-language pathology services to a variety of patient types with recognition of his/her own limitations while seeking appropriate mentorship as needed.
• Completes timely documentation as required by departmental policy #7980.3.3, Joint Commission, and CARF standards.
• Attends meetings related to patient treatment and contributes to discussion as an interdisciplinary team member.
• Consults with other services, families, and outside agencies to recommend durable medical equipment, home/school modifications and transitional therapy program prior to discharge from therapy.
• Maintains knowledge of and familiarity with insurance referral/authorization process and documentation requirements related to therapy services.
• Completes all mandatory training; may include, but not limited to safety, infection control, corporate compliance, HIPAA, bioterrorism, CPR and program specific respiratory training.
• When required by assignment, participates in weekend/holiday inpatient coverage rotation.

Job Requirements

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or its equivalent from an ASHA-accredited university required.
• Minimum of three (3) to six (6) months experience required. New graduates will be considered based on educational experiences.
• State of Delaware Speech Language Pathologist License required upon hire.
• All clinical staff are recommended to hold a second license in PA or NJ (in addition to DE license).
• Pennsylvania clearances are required upon hire for those with a Pennsylvania license.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required within 6 months of date of hire and must be maintained for duration of employment.
• Member of professional specialty organizations (ASHA, State Speech and Hearing Assoc.) preferred.
• Clinical affiliation and/or work experience in pediatrics preferred.

About Us

As one of the nation's premier pediatric health care systems, we've made a promise to do whatever it takes to prevent and treat even the most disabling childhood conditions. It's a promise that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive environment. All Nemours Associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.

Nemours aspires to have its workforce and providers reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Candidates of diverse backgrounds, race and ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and those committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural values are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the Team

At Nemours, we’ve developed a large, expansive network of rehabilitation professionals (including physical, occupational and speech therapists, audiologists and rehabilitation engineers) who work to help children and teens move through all phases of recovery — from acute injury and developmental needs to wellness programming.

We use an integrated approach to care, starting with our strong partnerships with Nemours’ primary care and physician specialists.

Job Info

• Job Identification 13952
• Job Category Therapy Services
• Posting Date 11/19/2024, 11:48 PM
• Degree Level Master's Degree
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations 1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, US (On-site)