Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist

Mass General Brigham•Newton, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Newton-Wellesley Hospital is recruiting for a per diem Speech Language Pathologist for the acute care service. One weekend day/month is required, and weekday availability is necessary on an as needed basis. Prior independent MBS and FEES experience (conducting and interpretation) preferred. This role is responsible for the comprehensive assessment and management of adult inpatients with disorders of swallowing, selecting evaluation procedures that reflect an in-depth understanding of the patient’s diagnosis, abilities, and limitations. This includes clinical swallowing evaluations and treatment, modified barium swallow studies (MBSS), and flexible endoscopic evaluations of swallowing (FEES). Additionally, the role involves comprehensive assessment and management of adult inpatients with acute disorders of speech, language, and cognition. Patient and caregiver education regarding evaluation findings and management of care recommendations, communication of patient care and discharge needs to healthcare team members, arranging for appropriate follow-up as indicated, and completion of clear and thorough written documentation in a timely manner in accordance with facility and departmental guidelines are also key responsibilities. The Speech Language Pathologist will serve as a clinical resource to colleagues and other medical professionals and stay current with advances in speech-language pathology assessment/treatment techniques through attendance of professional meetings, continuing education, and reading of current literature.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution
Current, unrestricted license and certification as required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and ASHA.
ASHA membership required.
Current CPR certification
At least two years of acute care/LTACH/acute rehab experience
Independence in MBSS (required)
Independence in FEES (preferred)
Master's Degree Speech Therapy required
Speech-language Pathologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Familiarity of diagnostic assessments for speech language.
Employee must have strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to incorporate new clinical procedures sufficiently to perform clinical services independently.
Ability to perform functions associated with contemporary audiology and speech-language pathology scope of practice.
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Knowledge of state standards, federal and state regulations.

Nice To Haves

Prior independent MBS and FEES experience (conducting and interpretation) preferred.
Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology [CCC-A] - American Speech Language Hearing Association preferred
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology [CCC-SLP] - American Speech Language Hearing Association preferred
speech pathology experience 0-1 year preferred
acute hospital experience 0-1 year preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
Implement treatment plans through a variety of techniques and modalities.
Monitor and document patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed.
Educate patients and their families about speech and language disorders, and provide strategies for improving communication.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.
Comprehensive assessment and management of adult inpatients with disorders of swallowing, selecting evaluation procedures that reflect an in depth understanding of the patient’s diagnosis, abilities, and limitations. This includes clinical swallowing evaluations and treatment, modified barium swallow studies (MBSS), and flexible endoscopic evaluations of swallowing (FEES).
Comprehensive assessment and management of adult inpatients with acute disorders of speech, language, and cognition.
Patient and caregiver education regarding evaluation findings and management of care recommendations
Communication of patient care and discharge needs to healthcare team members, arranging for appropriate follow-up as indicated
Completion of clear and thorough written documentation in a timely manner in accordance with facility and departmental guidelines
Serve as a clinical resource to colleagues and other medical professionals
Stay current with advances in speech-language pathology assessment/treatment techniques through attendance of professional meetings, continuing education, and reading of current literature.