Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

2d • $81,670 - $104,130 • Onsite

About The Position

Provides evaluation and treatment of speech, language, oral motor function and dysphagia to an assigned group of patients. Provides consultation to medical, allied health, and education personnel. Provides education and instruction to patients, families/significant caregivers, health care professionals, students, and the community.

Requirements

• Master's Degree Speech-Language Pathology - Required
• At least two (2) years Licensed experience - Required
• Speech & Language Pathology License (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - within 3 months - Required
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) - American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) - upon hire - Required
• High level of analytical skill in order to work independently to identify and plan for the resolution of problems encountered in clinical and research duties. (Required proficiency)
• High level of skill in various assessment procedures pertaining to speech, language and swallowing skills in the pediatric population. (Required proficiency)
• Interpersonal relationship skills to support effective communication with patients and families, as well as other medical professionals. (Required proficiency)
• Fundamental research knowledge including a general understanding of research methodology, design, and statistics. (Required proficiency)

Nice To Haves

• At least one (1) year Licensed experience in pediatric medical-based setting - Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - within 3 months - Preferred

Responsibilities

• Independently evaluates patients with known or suspected communication disorders (including speech, language, oral motor dysfunction and dysphagia) using both non-standardized and standardized evaluation tools.
• Records evaluation findings according to Departmental and Hospital procedures.
• Refers patients to medical and educational services, when appropriate.
• Develops an individual therapy plan for each assigned patient which includes goals of treatment.
• Updates goals and records patient progress according to Departmental and Hospital procedures.
• Presents and defends evaluation findings, progress and recommendations to patients, families/significant caregivers, and health care professionals.
• Instructs family members and caregivers in home therapy programs.
• Consults with health care and educational staff to promote the patients’ communication skills.
• Participates in Departmental or program-based functions (i.e., staff meetings, continuing education activities, work group meetings/committees, Quality Improvement projects, development and refinement of clinical protocols and equipment/supplies maintenance and ordering).
• Teaches within the Department, Hospital, professional community, and non-professional community.
• Provides consultative services outside of the Hospital setting.
• Maintains and updates professional knowledge and skills by completing a minimum of 10 clock hours of continuing education during each fiscal year.
• Provides clinical observation opportunities and educational supervision to students, fellows, and/or training to other staff, as assigned, after completing appropriate professional development requirements.

Benefits

• CHOP offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation. At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level