Pediatric Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist

South Shore Health • Weymouth, MA

112d

About The Position

The position is responsible for evaluating and treating patients with a variety of pediatric disorders, working cooperatively with the interdisciplinary team and department to achieve goals and objectives for the provision of optimal patient care services. The role includes providing comprehensive evaluations, re-evaluations, and treatments in accordance with established standards of care, maintaining patient safety practices, and ensuring effective communication with patients and their families.

Requirements

• MS in Speech Language Pathology from accredited school required.
• Previous clinical experience/rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Maintain active license to practice Speech Therapy in Massachusetts.
• Maintain active Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology in Massachusetts.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate and comprehensive evaluations, re-evaluations and treatments through discharge.
• Evaluates, plans, directs and implements patient care using evidence-based practice.
• Practices within the legal boundaries of Massachusetts license and other professional and governmental agencies.
• Provides appropriate direction to licensed staff working under their plans of care.
• Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel as required, such as Rehab aides and volunteers.
• Follows the organization’s infection control standards.
• Maintains patient safety practices throughout all instances of patient care.
• Identifies impairments that reflect an accurate assessment of the patient’s status.
• Establishes goals in collaboration with the patient that are realistic, measurable and functional.
• Develops an appropriate plan of care based on evaluation findings.
• Implements appropriate treatment interventions based on established goals.
• Provides initial and ongoing patient education and/or home exercise program as necessary.
• Interacts with patients and family in a compassionate manner.
• Discharges patient from service when skilled therapy is no longer appropriate.
• Supports South Shore Health and department mission, vision and values.
• Adheres to South Shore Health policies and procedures.
• Follows department standards for completing all documentation, discharge and charge entry.
• Writes clear and complete documentation that reflects the patient’s current status and ongoing needs.
• Strives to meet productivity standard for primary area(s).
• Possesses a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures.
• Communicates effectively with staff, peers, colleagues, patients and family members.
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining ongoing professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees