Speech Language Pathologist in Rehabilitation Services (per diem)

Northwestern Medical Center • St. Albans, VT

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About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist provides speech-language pathology services to patients in varying states of health and illness as an essential member of the therapy and multidisciplinary teams. The role provides evaluation and treatment in communication, cognition, and swallowing. The position is per diem with varied hours bi-weekly, generally Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The posted hourly range is $32.12 to $43.38; individual compensation depends on relevant experience, internal equity, qualifications, and alignment with role requirements.

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients in accordance with NMC and ASHA standards of care, documents care and outcomes, collaborates with patients and care teams, and contributes to evidence-based practice and learning. The role reports to the Clinical Practice Manager/Director and interacts with patients, families, visitors, providers and their staff, business partners, and hospital employees.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Completion of a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
• Licensed by the Vermont Department of Education.
• Current or in-progress Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• Ability to assist with positioning patients for testing and treatment.
• Manual dexterity and mobility; ability to perform moderate amounts of keyboarding.
• Prior experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience as a Speech Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough, reliable, and efficient speech therapy evaluations and re-evaluations; develop and implement appropriate treatment programs based on findings and within NMC and ASHA standards of care.
• Provide patient-centered care, flex schedules to meet patient needs, adapt information for diverse populations and environments, advocate for patients, protect confidentiality, communicate accurately and promptly, and refer concerns to appropriate resources.
• Complete timely clinical documentation and order entry, follow payer guidelines and limitations, and use outcome measures to demonstrate meaningful patient progress.
• Apply critical thinking by organizing and prioritizing a multitask workload, seeking assistance, and integrating data from multiple sources.
• Maintain evidence-based practice through successful chart audits, participation in yearly review of Rehab Services standards of care, and staying current with best-practice research.
• Incorporate teaching into service delivery by providing appropriate patient information, assessing barriers to learning, using colleagues as learning resources, and supporting the preceptorship program.
• Manage personal capabilities and resources by recognizing limits, identifying learning needs, using equipment and supplies appropriately, maintaining an orderly care environment, ensuring traffic control in sensitive areas, seeking and accepting feedback, and requesting assistance appropriately.
• Demonstrate department- and job-specific skills appropriate to the patient population served.

Benefits

• The posting describes a generous benefits package from recognized national carriers, designed to support health, work-life balance, asset protection, and financial security; specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level