Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

Exceptional Care for Children • Newark, DE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Exceptional Care for Children is a Not for Profit organization committed to providing the highest quality of care and services to pediatric patients and young adults requiring transitional, long term, and/or palliative care. We are an around-the-clock residential facility that provides skilled care to medically fragile children and young adults who have a technology dependency. We are currently looking for a PRN Speech Pathologist to join our team. (8-10 hours weekly)

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Delaware SLP License and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
• Minimum of 1-2 years of pediatric experience (preferred).
• Direct experience with tracheostomy and ventilator - dependent population is highly preferred.
• Strong background in pediatric dysphagia and/or AAC.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care within scope of practice.
• Evaluate, screen, and treat children and young adults with known or suspected communication and/or oral motor/swallowing disorders.
• Develop an individual therapy plan for each assigned patient which includes appropriate goals for treatment. Update goals and record patient progress according to departmental procedures.
• Consult and collaborate with other medical professionals within the care team.
• Provides education and training to families and staff as needed.
• Maintain precise, timely clinical documentation.

Benefits

• Flexibility: As a PRN provider, enjoy a schedule that fits your life while staying sharp in a specialized clinical niche.
• Monday-Friday, no weekends or holidays.

What This Job Offers

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