Staff Speech Language Pathologist-WF

Montefiore Health System • New York, NY

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct patient speech-language therapy including evaluation and treatment as outlined by the guidelines of New York State practice and hospital policy. Embraces the team concept of the department and the customer service approach to patient care.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Certification by the American Speech and Hearing Association (CCC-SLP)
• A current New York State license in Speech Language Pathology
• BLS ( American Heart Association or America Red Cross)

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in Spanish is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient speech-language therapy including evaluation and treatment as outlined by the guidelines of New York State practice and hospital policy.
• Embraces the team concept of the department and the customer service approach to patient care.
• Independent in evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive, voice and swallowing disorders on an inpatient and outpatient basis.
• Experience with the highest acuity conditions while caring for the swallowing and communication needs of medically complex and critically ill patients in the intensive care units as well as on acute care floors.
• Strong documentation and communication skills to convey recommendations and provide education and inservices to the interdisciplinary team.
• Proficient in conducting Modified Barium Swallow studies in coordination with Radiology as well as trained in performing, interpreting and applying results from Fiberoptic Evaluation of Swallow Studies (FEES).
• Knowledgeable about cranio-facial abnormalities, congenital heart defects, gastrointestinal disorders, tracheostomized patients, use of Passy Muir Speaking Valves, and head and neck cancer.

Benefits

• An assortment of insurance products and discount programs through Voluntary Benefits.
• Comprehensive benefits available to you when you join our outstanding team!

What This Job Offers

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