Speech Language Pathologist SLP

Mass General Brigham; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cambridge site is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders. You will work onsite at 1575 Cambridge Street and provide evidence-based therapies to diverse patients.

Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, documenting progress, educating patients and families, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Therapy required.
• State license as Speech-Language Pathologist required.
• CCC-SLP and BLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families about communication strategies.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals for best outcomes.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Interpersonal skills

Assessments

Clinical procedures

Problem-solving

Education

Master's Degree Speech Therapy

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary

Responsible to assess, diagnose, treat and help prevent speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, fluency and other related disorders.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Implement treatment plans through a variety of techniques and modalities.
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Educate patients and their families about speech and language disorders, and provide strategies for improving communication.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Master's Degree Speech Therapy required

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

Licenses and Credentials
Speech-language Pathologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology [CCC-A] - American Speech Language Hearing Association preferred
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology [CCC-SLP] - American Speech Language Hearing Association preferred

Experience
speech pathology experience 0-1 year preferred
acute hospital experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity of diagnostic assessments for speech language.
• Employee must have strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to incorporate new clinical procedures sufficiently to perform clinical services independently.
• Ability to perform functions associated with contemporary audiology and speech-language pathology scope of practice.
• Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Knowledge of state standards, federal and state regulations.

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%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$90,084.80 - $119,787.20/Annual

Grade

6

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

1460 Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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