Speech/Language Pathologist - Acute Care & Outpatient

SUMMARY:

The speech therapist completes patient assessments, establishes patient care plans, administers patient treatment in accordance with licensure and regulatory scope and standards, and established hospital policies, procedures, and protocols. Focus on maximizing the communicative and swallowing competence of each patient. Provide comprehensive diagnostic, consultative, and treatment services for patients with hearing, language, speech, and swallowing disorders. Adhere to the professional standards of the American Speech -Language - Hearing Association and NYS Office of Professions. Actively supports and participates in patient coverage efforts across all departments as necessary. Hours may vary, including weekend rotation for the inpatient department.

Job Title: Speech - Language Pathologist

Department: Physical Therapy

Location: Canton-Potsdam Hospital - 50 Leroy St, Potsdam, NY 13676

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Schedule: Day shift, 8-hr. shifts 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, weekend & holiday on-call rotation

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes speech and language therapy evaluations to establish treatment plans and home programs to restore function & prevent disability. Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.

• Administers patient treatment plan involving application of speech and language therapy techniques and modalities as indicated.

• Monitors response and progress to update and modify treatment plan as necessary to meet patient goals. Instructs patients and family members members/caregivers/ caregivers in speech and language therapy procedures and self-care techniques. Performs discharge planning and documentation to provide discharge instructions and maintain post-discharge continuity of care.

• Completes modified barium swallow studies within the hospital setting.

• Consults with physicians and other health care professionals regarding treatments, progress, patient needs, and outcomes.

• Participates in self and others' education, training, and development, as applicable.

• Additional documentation that is not performed during evaluation and treatment sessions.

• Performs any other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders (may be MA, MS, Med)

• One of the following: New York State licensure, -or- for recent graduates: completion of at least 9 months supervised Clinical Fellowship year, -or- eligible to participate in supervised Clinical Fellowship year by a NYS licensed Speech Language Pathologist with a NYS Limited permit and followed by the NYS licensure examination and achievement of NYS license.

• BLS (current or scheduled to complete within 90 days of hire)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 1 year of post-licensure practice as a Speech Therapist (CCC-SLP)

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EDUCATION:

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light - Clinical - Light clinical roles involve frequent standing and walking, with occasional lifting of light objects (≤20 lbs.) and routine reaching, grasping, and fine manipulation for tasks such as patient care, laboratory work, or specimen processing. Staff rely on strong visual and auditory acuity to accurately observe specimens, read instrumentation, monitor patients, respond to alarms, and communicate effectively with care teams. Cognitive demands include multitasking, prioritizing clinical and laboratory workflows, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Emotional resilience is necessary due to frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and the need for precise and compassionate interaction with patients and colleagues. Environmental exposures may include infectious materials, biological specimens, cleaning agents, sharps, chemical reagents, and wet surfaces. PPE use, TB testing, and schedule flexibility are commonly required.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$68,500.00 - $97,760.00Potsdam13676

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.