Speech Pathologist- Inpatient

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Tuition assistance

Health benefits start first of month

Retirement Savings Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

Reading Hospital, part of Tower Health, seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, voice, fluency, and dysphagia. The role includes developing treatment programs, delivering therapy, and communicating findings to patients and families within a collaborative Rehab team.

The position requires a Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology and PA licensure or licensure within 90 days of hire; ASHA CCC eligibility is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• ASHA CCC or eligibility preferred.
• PA Speech Language Pathologist license required or within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients referred for appraisal of speech, language, voice, fluency and dysphagia.
• Plan and implement treatment programs per accepted practice.
• Carry out therapy and communicate results to patients, families and professionals.
• Supervise assistants, aides and students; coordinate with Rehab team.
• Participate in hospital and community activities and maintain relationships with staff.

Skills

Computer skills

Dictation & transcription

Excellent communications

Excellent interpersonal

Microsoft Office

Multi-line telephone

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Job Summary

Speech language pathologists evaluate patients referred for appraisal of speech, language, voice, fluency, and dysphagia, carry out therapy, as appropriate, communicate results to patients, parents and other professionals, and participate in various Hospital or Community related activities. Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of Speech Therapy. Supports all programs in the Rehabilitation Continuum. Maintains working relationships with Hospital leadership, physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, allied health professionals, ancillary services, and hospital support personnel. Supervised by and reports to Therapy Manager or Senior Therapist. Supervises assistants, aides, and students.

Benefits

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!
• Tuition Assistance
• Health benefits start first of the month following start date!

Education Requirements

• Master's Degree

Experience

• At least 1yr of experience preferred

Certification and Licensure

• PA Speech Language Pathologist License
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology within 90 days of hire

Required Skills

• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Dictation and Transcription Skills
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Microsoft Office Applications
• Multi Line Telephone Operational Skills

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Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.