Speech Pathologist IP Diem Hopewell

Capital Health; New Jersey; On-site; USD 64,383 - 91,698; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible scheduling

Continuous education opportunities

Job summary

A leading health system in New Jersey is seeking a Speech Pathologist IP Diem to assess and treat patients with communication disorders. The role requires evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and documenting services. Ideal candidates should possess relevant licenses and strong interpersonal skills. This part-time position offers competitive pay and is essential for delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• One year experience preferred with acute adult inpatient, adult outpatient, or pediatric populations.
• AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider certification required.
• 2 hours of Stroke-related Continuing Education annually if working in acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patients and determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Document all aspects of speech language pathology services in a timely manner.
• Develop treatment plans and establish measurable goals for patients.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Education

Graduation from accredited speech language pathology school

Licensed as a speech-language pathologist by the New Jersey Division

Job description

Speech Pathologist IP Diem page is loaded## Speech Pathologist IP Diemlocations: Pennington, NJtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR107070Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.The listed minimum pay reflects compensation for a **full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE)** position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).**Minimum Pay:**$56.65**Position Overview**VERSION:1JOB TITLE:Speech Pathologist DiemCOST CENTER:000000JOB CODE:21930FLSA Exemption Status:Non-ExemptTelecommuting Eligible:## SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)Assesses and evaluates patients and determines appropriate treatment plan. Plans and provides speech language and swallowing therapy services. Documents all aspects of speech language pathology services in a timely and effective manner.## MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation:Graduation from accredited speech language pathology school or education approved by NJ State Board of Speech Language Pathology Examiners. Licensed as a speech-language pathologist by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Advisory Committee.Experience:One year experience preferred with patient populations specific to the position including acute adult inpatient, adult outpatient, or pediatric.Other Credentials:AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider**2 hours of Stroke related Continuing Education** contact hours annually if working in acute care setting. Stroke education is only applicable to those working with patients in the stroke program.Knowledge and Skills:Strong interpersonal skills and cultural competence.Special Training:Ongoing continuing education courses.Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:Usual Work Day:8 Hours## Reporting RelationshipsIf set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.## ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS* Gathers and synthesizes data from patient and family, patient records, direct observation, and other healthcare providers. Uses appropriate and thorough evaluation techniques and standardized testing as needed.* Works within the scope of services policy for speech language pathology.* Develops treatment plans and establishes measurable goals for patients. Implements treatment plan utilizing appropriate treatment procedures, exercises, and facilitation.* Instructs patients, families, and other caregivers in therapies and activities to improve the patient's level of function, facilitate discharge, and maximize carryover of home instructions.* Coordinates care with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other CH interdisciplinary team members. Coordinates with healthcare providers and others outside of CH when needed including effective communication and advocacy for patients.* Documents completely and effectively in communicating essential aspects of care including evaluation, care, attendance, and discharge of the patient. Documents time spent with patient and ensures report is accurate and clear. Documents patient encounter to include date and time and that the charging is accurate.* Completes data reports, questionnaires, and surveys measuring patient outcomes completely as required. Ensures documentation is timely, including submission of attendance and charging records or "billing sheets".* Engages in professional development of self and staff. Participates in educational opportunities and self-directed learning. Participates in committees, special projects, performance improvement (PI) activities, and presentations to community, including occasional participation in events outside of work hours as needed.* Takes responsibility for problems or issues related to patient care or department operations. Attempts to understand various points of view and employs positive problem solving techniques and works toward full resolution of issues.* Shifts among campuses to fulfill patient needs as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Demonstrates willingness to adapt to changing departmental demands.## PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTFrequent physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Pinching/fine motor activities Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Keyboard use/repetitive motion Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 20 lbs. Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Accurate HearingAnticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Radiation , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Dust/Particulate Matter**Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical. Capital Health will require all applicants to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.**"Company will never ask candidates for social security numbers or date of birth during application phase. If you are asked for this information online, you may be a target for identity theft."For benefit eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation, we provide a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, robust PTO plan, overtime to eligible roles, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.The pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.### Benefits