Speech-Language Pathologist - Voice Clinical Fellow

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - MEI; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide diagnostic and treatment services for patients with communication and swallowing impairments. The role involves collaboration with staff and patient counseling, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• 350 clinical hours required during master's degree program.
• Ability to effectively communicate diagnostic and treatment results.

Responsibilities

• Screens, diagnoses, treats and counsels patients with communication impairments.
• Conducts educational presentations and case presentations to staff.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Patient and family counseling techniques

Communication skills

Education

Master's Degree Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Summary
Under supervision, provides diagnostic, counseling and treatment services to patients demonstrating speech, voice, swallowing, language, cognitive and/or hearing impairments as established by department policies and procedures. Works collaboratively and cooperatively with supervisor to ensure that quality service delivery standards are met and that the well-being of the consumer is never compromised.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions
-Under supervision screens, diagnoses, treats and counsels patients demonstrating communication and/or swallowing impairment.

-Under supervision performs re-evaluations and follow-up of patients seen for diagnostic session and/or for treatment.

-Conducts an educational presentation for the SLP staff.

-Conducts at least one case presentation to SLP staff.

-Under supervision counsels patients and/or families concerning Speech-Language Pathology services and relevant patient care.

Education
Master's Degree Speech Language Pathology required

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

Licenses and Credentials
Grace Period for License Eligibility [Massachusetts] - MGB Internal preferred

Experience
Clinical Fellowship begins upon completion of master's level education in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders clinical hours required during master's degree program: 350 hours

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing mechanisms, and ability to communicate that knowledge to patient and family and others as necessary.
- Patient and family counseling techniques.
- Familiarity with current treatment approaches to all communication and swallowing disorders.
- Ability to meet all documentation requirements and deadlines.
- Demonstrates dependability, perseverance, and flexibility.
- Ability to effectively and efficiently communicate diagnostic and treatment results to patients, families, referral sources and others through written and verbal modalities.

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%)

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary 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.