Speech Language Pathologist, Pediatrics - (Per Diem)

Virtua; Barrington (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join their team in Barrington. This part-time role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse group of students, providing comprehensive evaluations and interventions to enhance their communication skills. You will collaborate with a team of professionals to ensure quality patient care while adhering to educational guidelines. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and possess the required qualifications, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in educationally based pediatric settings preferred.
• Current licensure in NJ or equivalent certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate effectiveness of interventions and modify care plans as needed.
• Complete all documentation and reports in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Pediatric Experience

Evaluation Skills

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Bachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders

Tools

CPR Certification

NJ Department of Education School Certification

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.

If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Barrington - 50 East Gloucester Pike

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Per Diem

Time Type:

Part time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

0

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Position Responsibilities

Demonstrates comprehensive evaluation skills and interventions. This includes evaluating the effectiveness of interventions and modification of plan of care as appropriate. Therapist will meet IEP mandates per student.

Maintains and completes all student documentation, records and reports ensuring they are educationally based, timely, thorough and professional. All documentation must be in accordance with regulatory and department guidelines.

Consults with student's child study team, teacher, family, paraprofessionals, district and non-district therapists, CST staff, contract coordinator, supervisors and offsite director to provide optimum quality patient care and effective operations.

Attend and participate in required meetings including school team meetings, student IEP meetings, required CST meetings and any other required meeting. Will be flexible and adjust schedule to accommodate without negative impact to student treatment time/schedule.

Position Qualifications Required:

Required Experience: Educationally based pediatric experience preferred

Required Education: Master's degree and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Language Pathology or Bachelor's Degree in speech language pathology/communication disorders/speech correctionist.

Training / Certification / Licensure:

Current licensure in the State of NJ or Speech Language Specialist Certification or completed Department of Education approved retraining program certification.

CPR certification

School certification by the NJ Department of Education

Valid driver's license may be required.