Speech Language Pathologist Clinical Fellowship, Pediatrics - Sandwich

Spaulding Hospital Cape Cod; Forestdale (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to provide diagnostic and treatment services for patients with speech, language, and swallowing impairments. In this role, you will work collaboratively with a team to ensure high-quality service delivery while counseling patients and their families. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while developing your professional skills in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about helping others and possess the required qualifications, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• 350 clinical hours required during master's program.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and treats patients with communication and swallowing impairments.
• Counsels patients and families regarding Speech-Language Pathology services.

Skills

Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing

Patient and Family Counseling Techniques

Communication Skills

Documentation Requirements

Dependability and Flexibility

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Under supervision, provides diagnostic, counseling and treatment services to patients demonstrating speech, voice, swallowing, language, cognitive and/or hearing impairments as established by department policies and procedures. Works collaboratively and cooperatively with supervisor to ensure that quality service delivery standards are met and that the well-being of the consumer is never compromised.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
-Under supervision screens, diagnoses, treats and counsels patients demonstrating communication and/or swallowing impairment.
-Under supervision performs re-evaluations and follow-up of patients seen for diagnostic session and/or for treatment.
-Conducts an educational presentation for the SLP staff.
-Conducts at least one case presentation to SLP staff.
-Under supervision counsels patients and/or families concerning Speech-Language Pathology services and relevant patient care.

Education
Master's Degree Speech Language Pathology required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials
Grace Period for License Eligibility [Massachusetts] - MGB Internal preferred

Experience
Clinical Fellowship begins upon completion of master's level education in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders clinical hours required during master's degree program: 350 hours

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing mechanisms, and ability to communicate that knowledge to patient and family and others as necessary.
- Patient and family counseling techniques.
- Familiarity with current treatment approaches to all communication and swallowing disorders.
- Ability to meet all documentation requirements and deadlines.
- Demonstrates dependability, perseverance, and flexibility.
- Ability to effectively and efficiently communicate diagnostic and treatment results to patients, families, referral sources and others through written and verbal modalities.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.