Pediatric Speech Therapist Per Diem

Pediatric Speech Therapist Per Diem

The Pediatric Speech Therapist Per Diem will evaluate and assess neonate, pediatric, and adolescent patients with speech, language, and voice disorders, as well as oral motor and feeding disorders, to determine their level of function. The therapist will develop and perform therapeutic treatment programs that reflect age and developmentally appropriate activities and document findings. This role involves close communication and collaboration with medical staff and other healthcare professionals. Participation in clinical education programs and departmental program development in assigned areas is also expected. The therapist practices in accordance with the American Speech Language and Hearing Association's Code of Ethics.

Job Description

• Evaluates and assesses each patient utilizing various objective tests and measurements and clinical observations, as appropriate to the ages of the patients' growth and development through the life cycle factors (neonates, pediatrics, adolescents).
• Develops proper therapeutic treatment plan of care and anticipated outcome for each patient in accordance with a written and signed physician's order or prescription.
• Performs treatment plan of care through the use of various therapeutic positioning and facilitation techniques, age and developmentally appropriate activities, patient/parent/caregiver education and training, and orders adaptive equipment to assist patients in reaching their maximum performance levels and achieve outcomes as appropriate.
• Documents initial assessments, reassessments, and progress notes for each patient in accordance with established department policy and procedure.
• Ensures all treatments/procedures/protocols are performed based on established standards; demonstrates competency in performing all treatments/procedures/protocols and use of equipment within the scope of speech therapy practice as appropriate to the ages of the patients, their growth and development through the life cycle, and with an understanding of the range of treatment needed by these patients.
• Responsible for the completion of all clerical work concerning assigned caseload maintaining appropriate data and statistics in accordance with established department procedure.

Requirements

• Requires a Master's 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.
• Previous experience preferred; especially in Pediatric Rehabilitation.
• Requires analytical ability, use of independent judgment, and sufficient interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with patients, parents, caregivers, students, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• NDT certification preferred but not necessary.
• BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology.

Benefits

• Competitive rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.
• A robust benefits program to eligible employees that supports you and your family in achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts; voluntary benefits; wellness programs and discounts; paid life insurance; generous 401(k) match; adoption assistance; back-up daycare; free onsite parking; and recognition rewards.
• Opportunities to participate in either a fully paid tuition program or a generous tuition assistance program.