Speech Pathologist, Center for Child Development, Part Time, Day

Valley Health System; Paramus, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Group Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Time Off

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Center Discount

Day Care Discounts

Job summary

Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ seeks a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist to provide evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning for children with cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders.

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required; NJ state license and ASHA certification preferred. CFY candidates may apply; day shift with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related area required.
• ASHA certification or equivalent preferred; NJ state license required.
• CFY candidate may be considered.
• Strong attention to detail and time management; ability to communicate with multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate pediatric patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapy, discharge planning and progression assessment.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists and care teams to coordinate care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes in patient records.

Skills

ASHA certification or equivalent

NJ license in Speech-Language Patholgy

CFY candidate

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Position Summary

To provide quality goal directed Speech and Language Pathology (SLP) evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning to pediatric patients in a variety of age groups with cognitive, communication and/or swallowing disabilities. Pediatric oral motor/feeding experince is required.

Education

Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Sciences, Communication Disorders or related areas from an accredited college or university.

Experience

No previous experience required.

Skills

Current certification by the American Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ASHA) in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent preferred. Maintains current state of New Jersey license in Speech-Language Pathology. May be a CFY candidate. Ability to perform work accurately and give attention to details. Ability to use effective critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to use effective time management to set priorities and perform job-related responsibilities. Ability to communicate and interact with the health-system, patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members. Ability to function competently in a changing work environment related to changing patient needs.

Job Location

Paramus 140 E Ridgewood Ave

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

SalaryJoining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.Pay Range: $43.35 - $54.19 (per hour)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.