Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (Per-Diem)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist conducts comprehensive assessments of outpatient pediatric patients with speech and language disorders. This position requires at least 3 years of pediatric speech and language experience. The Speech-Language Pathologist participates patient evaluation and education for various speech and language disorders. The Speech-Language Pathologist plans and implements individual/group speech-language pathology treatments. The Speech-Language Pathologist collaborates with other disciplines to arrange for appropriate follow-up care with the community providers. The Speech-Language Pathologist provides student training according to departmental guidelines and participates in continuous education.

Position: Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist

Department: Center for Voice / Swallowing

Schedule: Per Diem, (AFSCME)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Requires a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

Requires a current license and certification as required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and ASHA. ASHA membership required. Work requires a current CPR certification.

EXPERIENCE:

Experienced therapists encouraged to apply.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Requires analytical abilities sufficient to evaluate patients' condition, capabilities and progress to develop appropriate treatment programs.
• Effective interpersonal skills to be socially perceptive in accepting and relaying confidential information, communicating policies and procedures, and interacting with patients, families and various members of the health care team.
• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written). Bilingual or multi-lingual skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is a plus.
• Basic computer proficiency, including MS Office.
• Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.
• Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations.
• Must be able to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans