Speech-Language Pathologist, PRN Outpatient Therapy

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia • Voorhees Township, NJ

31d • $15 - $507

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 and their families/significant caregivers.

Requirements

• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) - American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) - upon hire - Required
• Speech & Language Pathology License (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - within 3 months - Required
• Speech & Language Pathology License (New Jersey) - New Jersey State Licensing Board - within 3 months - Required
• Master's Degree Speech-Language Pathology Required
• At least two (2) years Licensed experience Required
• At least one (1) year Licensed experience in pediatric medical-based setting 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 and language skills in the pediatric population. (Required proficiency)
• Interpersonal relationship skills that permit effective communication with parents, children of various ages, colleagues, and supervisors. (Required proficiency)

Nice To Haves

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees