Job Description:
Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist II
Location: Philadelphia, PA 19104
Shift Schedule: 40 hours full time
Duration: 13 Weeks (Possible extension depending on business needs)
Pay Range: $44/hr - $50 per hour on a W2
Responsibilities:
Independently evaluate pediatric patients with suspected or diagnosed communication, speech, language, or oral motor disorders using standardized and non-standardized tools
Develop and implement individualized therapy plans; document goals and patient progress in compliance with departmental and hospital standards
Conduct inpatient and outpatient assessments and interventions for dysphagia, speech, and language
Perform video-fluoroscopic swallow studies
Consult with interdisciplinary teams including medical and therapy staff
Educate and instruct patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals on treatment plans and therapy techniques
Provide inpatient rehab services – inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred
Skills/Experience Needed:
Minimum of 2 years licensed experience – Required
Experience in a pediatric medical-based setting – Preferred
High level of skill in pediatric speech, language, and swallowing assessment procedures
Strong analytical skills; ability to work independently and resolve clinical issues
Basic knowledge of research methodology, design, and statistics
Education:
Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology – Required
Certifications:
CCC-SLP – Required upon hire
Speech-Language Pathology license from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey – or eligible and obtained within 3 months of hire