What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inpatient Speech-Language Pathologist, Part Time position at Catholic Medical Center?
Who you are:
As an Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) at Catholic Medical Center, you are passionate about helping our patients/families/caregivers in a time of crisis. You understand that you, along with the interdisciplinary care team, are laying the foundation for their successful recovery as they transition from inpatient care to the home or other care setting.
Work Schedule:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm
What you'll do:
- Conduct assessment and diagnosis of speech and language-related issues
- Develop individualized treatment plan to address communication, speech, or swallowing disorders; modifying treatment based on patient progress and feedback.
- Provide direct supervision of the Rehab Aide when assisting in the implementation of the Speech Therapy treatment plan with the patient
- Direct and assist patients in therapeutic interventions that include, but not limited to:
- Disorders and related disorders of speech, articulation, fluency, voice, verbal, cognition, communication, swallowing and oral, pharyngeal or laryngeal sensory motor competencies
- Instruct patient/family/caregiver on proper swallowing techniques and exercises.
- Actively participate in a variety of discharge meetings (nursing unit, family, team, case management).
- Provide recommendations regarding recommended discharge disposition as well as the need for additional rehabilitation services after discharge for the facility
What you'll bring:
- Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology
- Must be licensed in the State of New Hampshire as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the NH Office of Licensed Allied Health Professionals.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech/Language and Hearing Association required (you must be a CCC-SLP)
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- FEES and or MBS experience preferred
Who we are:
Catholic Medical Center ("CMC") is a nonprofit, regional health system committed to delivering the highest quality and most advanced healthcare to patients across New Hampshire. CMC is the home of the nationally-renowned New England Heart & Vascular Institute, rated among the top cardiovascular programs in the country.
We are driven by our mission to offer health, healing, and hope to every individual who seeks our care, and we live by our values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Commitment.
CMC is proud to be named to the Forbes list of America's Best-in-State Employers for two consecutive years. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista, Inc., and is based on 2.1 million employer recommendations from employees working for companies with more than 500 employees in the United States.
With our award-winning clinical programs, primary care network and dedication to community, CMC is fostering a healthier New Hampshire, every day.
Catholic Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and we embrace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
