Speech Pathologist

Trinity Health

6d • $50

About The Position

4 days a week, 1 weekend a month. The Speech Pathologist provides consultation, evaluation and speech-language pathology services. Establishes a rehabilitative plan of care with realistic goals following a functional evaluation for all patients. Provides education to patients, family members, students, staff and to the community at large. Coordinates services with other medical disciplines, making recommendations as appropriate to facilitate a complete rehabilitative process. Mission Statement: We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. Vision: To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes. Core Values: In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Requirements

• Graduate of a speech-language pathology program approved by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• Currently licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of New York.
• Currently maintains the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s Certificate of Clinical Competence.
• Experience with Modified Barium Swallow, electro larynx, tracheostomy speaking valves and augmentative communication equipment.
• Experience administering clinical swallowing evaluations/therapy programs and communication evaluations/therapy for neurologically impaired and medically fragile populations.
• Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise as applicable, including but not limited to: Stroke
• Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lifting maximum of 50 pounds.
• Will require ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat and reach.

Responsibilities

• Provides consultation, evaluation and speech-language pathology services.
• Establishes a rehabilitative plan of care with realistic goals following a functional evaluation for all patients.
• Provides education to patients, family members, students, staff and to the community at large.
• Coordinates services with other medical disciplines, making recommendations as appropriate to facilitate a complete rehabilitative process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees