Weekend Speech Language Pathologist - PerDiem

Macon; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 55,104 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for weekend per-diem coverage. You will assess and treat swallowing, feeding, speech, language and cognitive disorders across inpatient settings, collaborating with care teams and families.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, NYS licensure, clinical certification, and BLS-CPR by appointment. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and NY licensure.
• Clinical Certification in Speech Pathology required.
• BLS-CPR certification by time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including assessment and treatment of swallowing, feeding, speech, language and cognitive disorders.
• Cover inpatient populations across various diagnoses and age ranges.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams and families to develop and implement care plans.
• Prepare and maintain timely patient care documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

NY State Licensure

Clinical certification in Speech Pathology

Job description

At SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital, our expert Speech-Language Pathologists change lives every day—helping patients overcome serious challenges in swallowing, cognition, and communication to reclaim their independence and confidence. We’re more than a team—we’re a community of compassionate professionals driven by purpose.

Now, we’re looking for someone like you to join us. If you're passionate about making a real impact, eager to grow your skills, and ready to be part of something meaningful, we’d love to welcome you to our dynamic Speech-Language Pathology team! Openings available to for per-diem weekend therapists. The Speech Language Pathologist - Weekend will be responsible for direct patient care including assessment and treatment of swallowing, feeding, speech, language, and cognitive disorders covering the spectrum of inpatient diagnoses including stroke, head trauma, head and neck cancer, chronic airway disorder, and related disorders; and services for speech, language, and swallowing in a medically based practice; pediatric to geriatric patient populations. Collaborate with other health care providers and families. Prepare and maintain patient care documentation in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications: Master's Degree in Speech Pathology, NYS licensure, clinical certification in Speech Pathology (or its equivalent) and completion of clinical fellowship year required. BLS-CPR certification required by time of appointment.

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, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.