Job Description

Overview:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide high-quality speech and language therapy services within a clinical setting. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience working with diverse patient populations. This is a critical short-term assignment offering the opportunity to make an immediate impact in patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients of varying ages and backgrounds.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve communication and swallowing function.
• Conduct dysphagia evaluations and provide rehabilitation, including Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) and/or Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.
• Educate patients and families on treatment goals, techniques, and progress.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology (required)
• Active New York State license (required)
• BLS certification (required)
• ASHA certification (CCC-SLP) (required)
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience with diverse patient populations (required)
• Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication
• Specialized training in dysphagia evaluation and rehabilitation, including MBS and/or FEES competence

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