Speech Language Pathologist, Inpatient Per Diem

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); Sur place; USD 71 000 - 101 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Per Diem

Flexible Schedule

Mission Driven Team Environment

Résumé du poste

Trinity Health Of New England is seeking a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist for the Acute Care Rehab team at Saint Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT. Responsibilities include evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, and cognitive disorders, with emphasis on dysphagia evaluation and instrumental studies.

Responsibilities also include counseling patients and families, documenting progress, and coordinating with rehab leadership to develop policies and programs.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• ASHA CCC-SLP certification preferred.
• CT Speech-Language Pathology license required.

Responsabilités

• Evaluate and diagnose speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive-communication disorders.
• Design individualized treatment plans.
• Perform FEES and Modified Barium Swallow studies.
• Provide patient-family counseling and referrals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary rehab leadership team.

Connaissances

Clinical assessment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Formation

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCC-SLP

CT SLP License

Outils

FEES

Dysphagia assessment tools

Passy Muir Valve

Description du poste

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Trinity Health Of New England is looking for an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist to join our mission-driven Acute Care Rehab team at Saint Francis Hospital in Hartford CT.

Provides differential diagnosis of speech, language, and cognitive disorders and provides appropriate therapeutic intervention to maximize communication ability. Evaluates for dysphagia using both clinical and instrumental assessments and provides treatment. The Speech-Language Pathologist advises, consults with, and reports to the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation leadership team.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provides evaluation and diagnosis of speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive-communication disorders
• Designs and implements individualized treatment plans
• Evaluates for use of Passy Muir Speaking Valve and implements treatment plan
• Performs Modified Barium Swallow Study and Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallow Study
• Provides evaluation and therapeutic intervention based on evidence-based research
• Counsels patients and their families concerning social, behavioral, and psychological problems associated with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Provides thorough documentation of assessment data and noted progress.
• Provides patient and family recommendations and referrals to appropriate health, educational and vocational sources.
• Participates in patient conferences when appropriate and communicates with individual members of medical staff concerning patient treatment as necessary.
• Provides direction for graduate student affiliates and volunteers.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments within the field by reading the appropriate literature and attending professional conferences. Assists the leadership team in the development of new policies, procedures, and programs.
• Provides quality patient care considering developmental, cultural, and age specific needs through competent practice and application of the speech-language pathology profession.
• Communicates effectively (written and verbal) and collaborates within a multidisciplinary team

Required Education, Experience, and Certification/licensure

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the AmericanSpeech-Language-HearingAssociation.
• State of Connecticut SLP License

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Per Diem
• Mission Drive Team Environment
• Flexible Schedule

Compensation and Benefits

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.

Pay Range: $62.10 per hour

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes, if eligible:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Saint Francis Hospitalis committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.