Speech-Language Pathologist: Impactful Patient Care

Hackensack Meridian Health; Neptune City (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat individuals with communication and swallowing disorders in inpatient and/or outpatient settings.

The role requires New Jersey licensure for Speech-Language Pathology, CCCs preferred, and CF/entry-level acceptable, with emphasis on documentation and coordination with patients and families. Starting pay is a flat hourly rate with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited institution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for the evaluation of the patient/client in accordance with departmental policies/procedures and standards of practice including obtaining patient history, administering appropriate tests and measurements accurately and efficiently.
• Establishes a plan of care with the client/patient/family based on functional, measurable, and realistic long and short term goals.
• Performs all functions associated with the execution of therapeutic treatment for all age groups within the department's responsibility.
• Utilizes reassessment to modify goals, progress treatment, or recommend discontinuation of therapy.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs.
• Documentation is in accordance with policies and procedures. Collects and records accurate data/information in a manner that reflects an understanding of reimbursement systems.
• Lifts a minimum of 50 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 1 hour a day.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies, standards of behavior, and departmental policies and procedures

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Master's Degree in speech-language pathology

Doctoral Degree in speech-language pathology

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat individuals with communication and swallowing disorders in inpatient and/or outpatient settings.

The role requires New Jersey licensure for Speech-Language Pathology, CCCs preferred, and CF/entry-level acceptable, with emphasis on documentation and coordination with patients and families. Starting pay is a flat hourly rate with comprehensive benefits.