Speech Pathologist, Speech Pathology, Per Diem, Day

01 The Valley Hospital; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental & Vision

Group Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Benefit Plans

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Wellness Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Center Membership

Day Care Discounts

Job summary

The Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ is seeking a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist to provide goal-directed evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning for patients across age groups with cognitive, communication and swallowing needs.

Eligible candidates hold a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, NJ license, ASHA certification, and BLS, with CFY candidate consideration. This on-site, day-shift role includes comprehensive benefits and a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• ASHA certification in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current New Jersey license in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current BLS certification
• CFY candidate may apply
• Ability to perform work accurately with attention to details
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Good time management and prioritization
• Excellent communication with health-system, patients and multidisciplinary team
• Adaptability in a changing healthcare environment

Responsibilities

• Provide quality goal-directed SLP evaluation, treatment and discharge planning for patients across age groups
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to support patient care
• Contribute to care planning and documentation in the health system

Skills

ASHA certification

NJ lic. in SLP

BLS certification

CFY candidate

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Time management

Team communication

Education

Master's degree in SLP

Job description

Position Summary

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

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. Maintains current state of New Jersey license in Speech-Language Pathology. Current BLS certification. 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

The Valley Hospital-Paramus 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

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.

Valley Health System is proud of our commitment to improving the lives of our patients, our staff, and the communities we serve. When you join Valley, you’re joining a team of people who believe in delivering quality care in a supportive environment where top performance is both nurtured and recognized. Our culture is built on going the extra mile, doing what’s right, and always striving to be better together.