SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST – $73/hr.

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Flexible  Per Diem  & Contract Assignments
Medisys Health Network (Jamaica Hospital & Flushing Hospital)

Rate:  $73/hr.

The Speech-Language Pathology Department within the Medisys Health Network is currently seeking per diem weekend coverage for both Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and Flushing Hospital Medical Center.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting predominantly bedside swallowing evaluations
• Monitoring and providing follow-up for diet tolerance on the Rehabilitation Unit and medical floors
• Performing speech-language and/or cognitive evaluations and treatment for adult inpatients as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in dysphagia evaluation and management is required.
• Experience with neonatal swallowing is a plus.
• Ability to clearly and professionally communicate recommendations to Physicians, Nurses, and ancillary staff.
• Reliable, with excellent time management and proficient documentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to share knowledge in a constructive and respectful manner
• Compassionate and ethical approach, consistent with the ASHA Code of Ethics.
• Familiarity with EMR systems, Rehab Optima, and Sigma Care is a plus

Tagged as: SLP, speech