Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), Salem Outpatient (Per diem)

Spaulding Hospital North Shore; Salem (MA, OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to provide evaluation and treatment for pediatric patients facing a variety of communication disorders. This role involves collaborating with a dynamic interdisciplinary team to create tailored treatment plans that reflect each patient's unique needs. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's Degree in Communication Disorders and have a strong commitment to patient care and rehabilitation. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in service delivery.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communication Disorders required.
• Effective communication skills in English essential for patient interaction.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat pediatric patients with various speech disorders.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology

Basic skills in math and computer science

Knowledge of speech language evaluation and treatment techniques

Problem solving skills for speech language evaluation

Computer proficiency

Education

Master's Degree in Communication Disorders

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Provide evaluation and treatment to a pediatric population with language, cognitive-communicative, articulation, pragmatic/social language, fluency, voice and swallowing/feeding disorders. Practice in collaboration with other members of interdisciplinary team. Educate patients, families and others.

Primary Location: Spaulding Outpatient Center - Salem, MA
Schedule: Monday - Friday

*this position is not accepting any clinical fellows at this time.

Key Responsibilities

• Language, cognitive-communicative, articulation, pragmatic/social language, fluency, voice and swallowing/feeding disordersare assessed according to organizational and professional guidelines.
• Individually-tailored treatment plans reflect an understanding of patients' age and situation including discharge plan.
• Patient status is reassessed and treatment plan is modified based on patient progress towards stated goals.
• Diagnostic findings and patient performance is documented in treatment program.
• Documentation is complete, timely and in accordance with facility and practice guidelines.
• Accurate billing is prepared to reflect care provided to patients.
• Performance improvement opportunities are identified and acted upon as appropriate to implement best practices.
• Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.
• PCC Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.

Qualifications - External

Education/Degree

Required

• Master's Degree in Communication Disorders from an ASHA accredited university program required.

Licensure

Required

• Licensed (and in good standing) in Speech Language Pathology by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Skills(Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS,etc.)

Required

• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language Hearing. Association

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the English language.
• Basic skills in math and computer science.
• Appropriate knowledge of speech language evaluation and treatment techniques to manage the rehabilitation population.
• Effective problem solving skills for speech language evaluation, interpretation, treatment planning and execution taking into consideration patient's age, psychosocial, cultural and religious background.
• Basic skills in teaching others and self assessment of learning needs, strengths, and professional goals.
• Safely execute all job responsibilities without risking injury to self or patients. Demonstrates the ability to assess and interact with patients and families using the theories of human growth and development, family systems, and cultural background.
• Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.
• Maintain variable work schedule depending on program needs to provide patient care.

Preferred

• Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.
• Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.
• Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.
• High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.
• Attention to detail.

EEO Statement

Spaulding Rehabilitation is an Affirmative Action 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.

Additional Job Description

Shaughnessy-Kaplan Rehabilitation Hospital, Inc. 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.