Speech Pathologist - Acute Rehab [Per Diem]

Rochester General Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester General Hospital offers a per diem Speech Pathologist position in Rochester, NY. The role focuses on evaluating patients, developing and implementing treatment plans, and collaborating with the rehab team to maximize functional independence.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and NYS licensure, plus clinical fellowship or CFY experience. Strong organizational skills and patient-centered care are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• New York State licensure or eligibility.
• Minimum of nine (9) months supervised work experience (CFY) or supervised clinical fellowship, NYS-licensed SLP and NYS licensure exam.
• Compassionate, warm, and patient-focused.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete initial evaluation and develop treatment plans with short- and long-term goals; involve patient and family, re-evaluate progress, and guide toward functional independence.
• Maintain complete documentation of evaluations, treatment, progress, and discharge status; share information with appropriate professionals.
• Collaborate with rehabilitation team to meet patient needs, counsel and educate patient and family, coordinate care with MDs and other professionals, and assist in discharge planning.

Skills

Empathy

Evaluation ability

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

SUMMARY

As a Speech Pathologist, your empathy, compassion, and exceptional evaluation abilities lead to rehabilitative treatment programs that restore or improve patients' optimal level of function, independence, and quality of life.

STATUS: Per Diem

LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital - 1425 Portland Ave, Rochester, NY 14621

DEPARTMENT: Golisano Rehabilitation

SCHEDULE: Days, 8-hr. shifts; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluation & Planning. Perform a complete initial evaluation of referred patient; develop and implement treatment plans, including appropriate short- and long-term goals; involve the patient, family and staff in the implementation of the treatment program; re-evaluate patient functional status progressively; advance patient toward maximal performance and functional independence
• Documentation. Maintain complete documentation of patient evaluations, treatment, progress, and discharge status; send required information to appropriate professionals
• Collaboration. Actively participate in rehabilitation team efforts to meet patient needs, including counseling and teaching the patient and family, discussing changes in treatment programs with MDs, coordinating healthcare plans with other involved professionals, and assisting in discharge planning as appropriate

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders (may be MA, MS, Med)
• Required Licensure/Certification Skills: New York State licensure or
• Minimum of nine (9) months of supervised work experience (completion of CFY), or participation in supervised clinical fellowship, for a minimum of 36 weeks under a NYS-licensed Speech Pathologist, followed by the NYS licensure examination and achievement of NYS license
• Compassionate, warm, and patient-focused
• Excellent organization and planning skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1) year of experience with frail elderly population preferred

EDUCATION

MS: Speech Pathology (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Light - Clinical - Light clinical roles involve frequent standing and walking, with occasional lifting of light objects (≤20 lbs.) and routine reaching, grasping, and fine manipulation for tasks such as patient care, laboratory work, or specimen processing. Staff rely on strong visual and auditory acuity to accurately observe specimens, read instrumentation, monitor patients, respond to alarms, and communicate effectively with care teams. Cognitive demands include multitasking, prioritizing clinical and laboratory workflows, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Emotional resilience is necessary due to frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and the need for precise and compassionate interaction with patients and colleagues. Environmental exposures may include infectious materials, biological specimens, cleaning agents, sharps, chemical reagents, and wet surfaces. PPE use, TB testing, and schedule flexibility are commonly required.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$50.00 - $50.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14621

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.