Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Per Diem - Hamilton, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 75,271 - 107,205; Part time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Trenton, NJ is seeking a Speech Pathologist to provide direct patient care for communication and swallowing disorders. The role requires strong knowledge of speech therapy principles and a master's degree in the field. This Per Diem position offers a competitive hourly wage of $66.23. Candidates must possess or be eligible for a NJ Speech-Language Pathology License.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of normal development is desirable.
• Continuing education necessary to meet licensing requirements.
• Student clinical experience in pediatrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care for communication and swallowing disorders.
• Coordinates with other health professionals.
• Delivers effective therapeutic services.

Skills

Thorough knowledge of communication disorders

Tact and initiative

Judgment in performance of duties

Education

Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology

NJ State Speech-Language Pathology License or eligible

Certificate of Clinical Competence

Tools

ASHA guidelines

AHA BLS Provider Certification

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Location:

3575 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619

Req #: 0000200389

Category: Speech Therapy

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp

Department: Speech Pathology-OP

Pay Range: $66.23 per hour

Location:

3575 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619

Job Title: Speech Pathologist

Location: Children's Specialized Hosp

Department: Speech Pathology-OP

Req#: 0000200389

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $66.23 - $66.23 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Children’s Specialized Hospital, a member of the RWJBH Healthcare System, is the nation’s leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children from birth to 21 years of age facing special health challenges — from chronic illnesses and complex physical disabilities like brain and spinal cord injuries, to developmental and behavioral issues like autism and mental health.

Children's Specialized Hospital is now in its third century of caring for those in need. Our Boards of Trustees, physicians, therapists, nurses, staff, volunteers, and donors remain dedicated to the very ideals of the Hospital's founders and committed to providing the best care possible so that every child who seeks our help reaches their fullest potential.

At 16 different New Jersey locations, our pediatric specialists partner with families to make our many innovative therapies and medical treatments more personalized and effective...so children can achieve more of their goals.

JOB SUMMARY: Provides direct patient care services to individuals exhibiting communication and or swallowing disorders. Coordinates services with other health professionals. May assist in the training and supervision of students.

Essential Job Functions

Delivers effective therapeutic services that are relevant to population served and remains knowledgeable of current techniques.

Communicates Speech-Language evaluations on population served that accurately and efficiently identifies strengths and needs in the area being evaluated. Effectively communicates this information in verbal and written forms.

Completes Basic Competencies of the population currently serving as indicated on the Competency criteria for Speech & Hearing Dept., and hospital competencies.

Meets productivity demands by seeking out opportunities within the entire dept when cancellations, no shows and low census occur.

Effectively shares information regarding therapy/evaluation techniques and/or hospital procedures with students, volunteers, CFY’s and peers.

Participates in projects for the department that are consistent with department and hospital goals and missions.

Communicates job specific concerns and participates in developing solutions.

Provides in service training to staff and community as requested and completes training commencert with state license laws.

Completes written work in a timely manner relevant to evaluation, therapy and patient coordination and the content of written material meets ASHA specifics.

Formal Education And Job Related Experience

Thorough knowledge of the theoretical principles and clinical application employed in the diagnosis and management of various communication and swallowing disorders. Knowledge of normal development is desirable. Tact, initiative and judgment in the performance of duties. Member of ASHA required.

Certificate of Clinical Competence from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or eligible. Speech Correctionist or Speech-Language Specialist Certificate. AHA BLS Provider Certification required.

NJ State Speech-Language Pathology License or eligible.

Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Completion of the national examination if beginning Clinical Fellowship Year affiliation. Evidence of continuing education is necessary to meet licensing requirements. Student clinical experience in pediatrics; rehabilitation experience desirable.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

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Job function

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