Boston Medical Center Boston , MA 02298
Posted 2 weeks ago
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist conducts comprehensive assessments of outpatient pediatric patients with speech and language disorders. This position requires at least 3 years of pediatric speech and language experience. The Speech-Language Pathologist participates patient evaluation and education for various speech and language disorders. The Speech-Language Pathologist plans and implements individual/group speech-language pathology treatments. The Speech-Language Pathologist collaborates with other disciplines to arrange for appropriate follow-up care with the community providers. The Speech-Language Pathologist provides student training according to departmental guidelines and participates in continuous education.
Position: Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
Department: Center for Voice / Swallowing
Schedule: Per Diem, (AFSCME)
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Requires a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
Requires a current license and certification as required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and ASHA. ASHA membership required. Work requires a current CPR certification.
EXPERIENCE:
Experienced therapists encouraged to apply.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Requires analytical abilities sufficient to evaluate patients' condition, capabilities and progress to develop appropriate treatment programs.
Effective interpersonal skills to be socially perceptive in accepting and relaying confidential information, communicating policies and procedures, and interacting with patients, families and various members of the health care team.
Excellent English communication skills (oral and written). Bilingual or multi-lingual skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is a plus.
Basic computer proficiency, including MS Office.
Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.
Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations.
Must be able to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Boston Medical Center