PD Speech Pathologist, Speech Therapy Req #: 0000200651
Category: Speech Therapy
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ Rahway
Department: Speech Therapy
Location: RWJ Rahway, 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065

Job Overview:

The Speech Therapist provides medically prescribed treatments to patients in acute care, Kindred hospital and outpatients. The Speech Therapist adheres to accepted standards of speech/language pathology practice as defined by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, New Jersey licensure, and accrediting and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications:

Required:

Master s degree in Speech/Language Pathology from an accredited college or university

Certifications and Licenses Required:

Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationLicensed by the State of New Jersey

Scheduling Requirements:

Shift working, one Saturday a month and weekday coverage as neededPer Diem (PD)

Essential Functions:

Evaluate patients on the initial visit, at regularly scheduled intervals and at discharge using standardized tests and measurements and direct observationFormulate objective treatment goals and plan to achieve goals Modify goals and plan as needed Provide medically prescribed treatments to patients in acute care, Kindred hospital and outpatientsComplete written or computerized documentation in the medical record as pertains to the patient s statusComplete other forms and letters as required.Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences, patient and family meetings and other committees and meetings as assignedMaintain knowledge of current laws and standards of practice as relates to speech language pathologyParticipate in educational activities including student supervision and provision of education on areas of expertise or interestContribute to hospital and community education within scope of knowledge as requested

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer