Speech Therapist Per Diem

Saint Peter's Healthcare System•Somerset, NJ

6d•$39 - $63•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Therapist Per Diem will evaluate and assess each patient utilizing various objective tests and measurements, and clinical observations, as appropriate to the ages of the patient's growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics). They will develop a proper therapeutic treatment plan of care and anticipated outcomes for each patient in accordance with a written and signed Physician's order or prescription, as appropriate to the ages of the patients growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics). The therapist will modify the treatment program based on patient response and/or ineffectiveness as noted in the medical record and document initial assessments, reassessments, and progress notes for each patient in accordance with established department policy and procedure.

Requirements

Requires a Masters Degree in Speech and Language Pathology from a college or university accredited by the council on Academic Accreditation in Speech Language Pathology (CAA).
Requires a current New Jersey State license and registration in Speech and Language Pathology or eligibility.
Requires analytic ability, use of independent judgment and sufficient interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with patients, families, students, peers and other health care professionals.
BLS certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology attained within 90 days of hire into the role

Nice To Haves

Previous experience preferred but not necessary.
New graduates acceptable.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and assess each patient utilizing various objective tests and measurements, and clinical observations, as appropriate to the ages of the patient's growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics).
Develop proper therapeutic treatment plan of care and anticipated outcomes for each patient in accordance with a written and signed Physician's order or prescription, as appropriate to the ages of the patients growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics).
Modify treatment program based on patient response and/or ineffectiveness as noted in the medical record.
Document initial assessments, reassessments, and progress notes for each patient in accordance with established department policy and procedure.