Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

71d • $15 - $507

About The Position

This is an inpatient per diem opportunity. 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 and their families/significant caregivers.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in 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

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) - upon hire - 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 and/or follows an individualized treatment 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 healthcare professionals.
• Instructs family members and caregivers in home therapy programs.
• Consults with healthcare and educational staff to promote the patients' communication skills.
• Maintains productivity and fiscal responsibility in the utilization/provision of services.
• Maintains competencies and knowledge of department policies and procedures, with the support of a Clinical Supervisor.

Benefits

• Fair and transparent pay practices
• Potential for salary offers above the noted range based on skills and experience

What This Job Offers

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