Speech Pathologist - PRN Outpatient Pediatrics

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Speech Pathologist to provide skilled outpatient services to pediatric patients. The role involves evaluating and treating speech, language, and swallowing disorders, with a focus on collaboration and patient outcomes. Bilingual therapists are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in outpatient pediatric speech pathology preferred.
• Bilingual skills are strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient speech and language services to pediatric patients.
• Evaluate communication and swallowing functions using assessments.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members for coordinated care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Independent Work

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Therapy

Job description

Speech Pathologist - PRN Outpatient Pediatrics

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Job Summary

The Speech-Language Pathologist, with an unrestricted Massachusetts license, evaluates and treats patients with speech, language, and swallowing disorders in an outpatient setting.

Our team serves patients with a variety of communication and swallowing issues at both inpatient and outpatient levels, including adult inpatient care, outpatient care for adults and pediatrics, and conducting adult VFSS and FEES studies.

We are seeking a Speech Pathologist to provide skilled speech-language and swallowing services to pediatric patients in outpatient care, working on alternating Saturday mornings (2-3 times/month) at Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital. Bilingual therapists are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient speech and language services to pediatric patients during weekend hours, including expressive and receptive language, articulation, and augmentative communication devices.
• Evaluate communication and swallowing functions using standardized and clinical assessments, involving parents and patients in developing treatment plans with specific goals.
• Deliver treatment aimed at maximizing patient outcomes based on goals.
• Demonstrate competency in clinical skills relevant to assigned patient cases.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care.
• Manage assigned caseload efficiently.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation per departmental policies.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and departmental activities.
• Participate in policy and program development meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience working with pediatric outpatients, especially in expressive and receptive language and AAC devices, is highly valued. Bilingual skills are strongly encouraged.

Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree in Speech Therapy required. Experience can’t replace the degree.
Licenses: Massachusetts Speech-language Pathologist license, BLS certification, and preferred CCC-SLP from ASHA.
Experience: 1-2 years in outpatient pediatric speech pathology preferred.
Skills: Knowledge of diagnostic assessments, strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to perform independently, understanding of regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, lifting, carrying, and other physical activities as listed.

Work Details

• Remote Type: Onsite
• Location: 1153 Centre Street
• Hours: Part-time, scheduled on weekends
• Employee Type: Per Diem
• Shift: Day shift

EEO Statement

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642 for assistance.

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