Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist, Speech Therapy, Per Diem, Weekdays, Weekend coverage needed

• Systematically gathers and evaluates relevant information and data from the patient interview and/or all the patient information sources.
• Performs Speech and Language Evaluations on both inpatients and outpatients (and inpatients, if indicated) to assess communicative functions and determine the need for habilitation/rehabilitation, using appropriate test protocols. 
• Communicates findings in the assigned format in accordance with departmental standards to both patient or patient/guardian and pertinent medical or direct care staff 
• Identifies variations from expected findings and understands the significance for such variations.
• Takes appropriate actions when variations are identified.
• If working in the inpatient setting, performs swallow evaluations and/or modified barium swallow studies on both inpatients and outpatients to assess the adequacy of the swallow function and determine the need for dietary modifications and/or intervention.
• Communicates evaluation results to the patient/caregiver.
• Performs Swallow Evaluations and/or Modified Barium Swallow studies on both inpatients and outpatients to assess the adequacy of the swallow function and determine the need for dietary modifications and/or intervention.
• Communicates Swallow Evaluations results to the patient, as well as all necessary medical and direct care staff within 24 hours, particularly as they may involve changes in care.
• Creates an Initial Treatment Plan and implements therapy programs for individuals for individuals with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders to improve functional skills in these areas
• Documents daily treatment notes after each session, consults with family, reports on progress in a written format every 3 months, and communicates with caregivers regarding any significant status changes.
• Counsels and educates patients or parents/guardians relative to the communication or swallowing disorder to improve their understanding and facilitate home carryover.
• Evaluates the patient’s understanding of his or her condition, treatment, and/or prognosis.
• Coordinates care with other healthcare providers and relevant school personnel.
• Reassesses the patient’s condition, status and progress on an ongoing basis.
• Prioritizes, reprioritizes, and modifies the plan of care based upon patient assessment and patient condition.
• Documents the implementation of the plan of care and any adverse and/or unexpected events or outcomes.

• Masters or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

• Experience in evaluation and treatment of pediatric speech-language disorders is required
• Candidates with experience or wishing to gain experience in the evaluation and management of dysphagia (including Modified Barium Swallow studies) and acquired adult neurogenic communication disorders are encouraged to apply.

• Current MA State licensure, Speech Language Pathologists
• Certificate of Clinical competence in Speech-Language Pathology required

We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices. The salary range for this position reflects our good-faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. We regularly review our compensation structures to ensure fairness and consistency across our organization.