Speech Pathologist (SLP) - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health•Holmdel Township, NJ

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates and treats individuals with communication and swallowing disorders within the scope of practice defined by the State of New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs. The role includes coordination, education, communication, and documentation to ensure patients and clients receive comprehensive, individualized, evidence-based services. Care settings may include inpatient acute care and rehabilitation and/or outpatient services, with possible rotation to other services according to program guidelines. The position also includes other professional duties and participation in department, facility, and network initiatives based on needs and opportunity. The role seeks someone interested in covering inpatient and outpatient services and treating both adults and pediatric patients.

Requirements

Master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited institution.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills, including use of platforms such as Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
Must possess or be eligible for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology issued by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association.
Must be eligible for a temporary New Jersey Speech-Language Pathologist license or possess a permanent New Jersey Speech-Language Pathologist license.
BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited institution.
Experience is preferred, but clinical fellowship or entry-level candidates are acceptable.
Specialty certifications.

Responsibilities

Prepare for patient/client evaluations according to departmental policies, procedures, and standards of practice, including obtaining patient history and accurately and efficiently administering appropriate tests and measurements.
Apply knowledge of patient/client diagnoses; synthesize evaluation results, behavioral observations, and history to develop diagnostic impressions, goals, and recommendations.
Establish a plan of care with the patient/client and family using functional, measurable, realistic long- and short-term goals.
Provide therapeutic treatment for all age groups within the department's responsibility, using age- and developmentally appropriate activities and a systematic approach to clinical decision-making.
Use reassessment to modify goals, advance treatment, or recommend discontinuing therapy.
Identify the needs of the patient population and adapt care to age, culture, language, hearing, visual, and other needs; communicate at the appropriate developmental, educational, and literacy level and refer patients to other health professionals or services when needed.
Document according to policies and procedures; collect and record accurate information with an understanding of reimbursement systems and their impact on patient care, and record charges for services provided.
Lift at least 50 pounds, push and pull at least 50 pounds, and stand at least one hour per day.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Adhere to HMH organizational competencies, standards of behavior, and departmental policies and procedures.