Speech Pathologist - Per Diem Day Shift

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in Syracuse, NY invites a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist to provide consultation, evaluation, and therapy services. The role includes developing a rehabilitative plan of care with achievable goals and educating patients, families, staff, and the community.

Qualifications include a graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology, NY licensure eligibility, and ASHA CCC certification; experience with swallowing evaluations and augmentative communication devices is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ASHA-approved Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Licensed or eligible for NY licensure.
• ASHA CCC certification.
• Experience with Modified Barium Swallow and related devices.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation, evaluation and speech-language pathology services.
• Establish rehabilitative plan of care with realistic goals.
• Educate patients, families, staff and community.
• Coordinate services with other medical disciplines.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Clinical swallowing evaluations

Augmentative communication equipment

New York licensure

Education

Graduate of ASHA-approved SLP program

New York State licensure

ASHA CCC

Tools

Modified Barium Swallow

Electrolarynx

Tracheostomy speaking valves

Augmentative communication equipment

Job description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift:

Description: 1 Weekend/month

The Speech Pathologist provides consultation, evaluation and speech-language pathology services. Establishes a rehabilitative plan of care with realistic goals following a functional evaluation for all patients. Provides education to patients, family members, students, staff and to the community at large. Coordinates services with other medical disciplines, making recommendations as appropriate to facilitate a complete rehabilitative process.

Mission Statement

We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values

In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure

• Graduate of a speech-language pathology program approved by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Currently licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of New York. Currently maintains the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s Certificate of Clinical Competence. Experience with Modified Barium Swallow, electro larynx, tracheostomy speaking valves and augmentative communication equipment. Experience administering clinical swallowing evaluations/therapy programs and communication evaluations/therapy for neurologically impaired and medically fragile populations. Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise as applicable, including but not limited to:
  • Stroke

Work Environment and Hazards

Clinical setting.

Physical Demands

• Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lifting maximum of 50 pounds. Will require ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat and reach.

Work Contact Group

Employees, medical staff, patients, family and students.

Supervised By

Service Coordinator or Manager

Supervises

Speech-Language Pathology students, after one year clinical experience.

Pay Rate: $50.00/hour

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.