Job Abstract

Job Overview:

Provides direct patient care services to individuals exhibiting communication and or swallowing disorders. Coordinates services with other health professionals. May assist in the training and supervision of students.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology
• NJ State Speech Language Pathology license or eligible
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from American Speech Language Hearing Association or eligible
• Member of ASHA
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider
• Completion of the national examination if beginning Clinical Fellowship Year affiliation
• Evidence of continuing education is necessary to meet licensing requirements

• Thorough knowledge of the theoretical principles and clinical application employed in the diagnosis and management of various communication and swallowing disorders
• Tact, initiative and judgment in the performance of duties
• Physical stamina for lifting and therapeutic handling of patients
• Completion of the national examination if beginning Clinical Fellowship Year affiliation

Preferred:

• Student clinical experience in pediatrics; rehabilitation experience
• Knowledge of normal development

Bilingual SLP Requirements:

• Must be able to independently provide comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders using the client's/patient's language and preferred mode of communication
• Have the linguistic proficiency to describe the process of normal speech and language acquisition—for both bilingual and monolingual speakers of that language, including how those processes are manifested in oral and written language (or manually coded languages when applicable)
• Select, administer, and interpret formal and informal assessment procedures to distinguish between communication differences and communication disorders
• Apply intervention strategies for treatment of communication disorders in the language or mode of communication most appropriate for the needs of the individual

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• NJ State Speech Language Pathology license or eligible
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from American Speech Language Hearing Association or eligible
• Member of ASHA
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• 1-2 late/evening shifts
• 12 weekend days per year

Essential Functions:

• Delivers effective therapeutic services that are relevant to population served and remains knowledgeable of current techniques
• Communicates Speech-Language evaluations on population served that accurately and efficiently identifies strengths and needs in the area being evaluated. Effectively communicates this information in verbal and written forms
• Completes Basic Competencies of the population currently serving as indicated on the Competency criteria for Speech & Hearing Dept., and hospital competencies
• Meets productivity demands by seeking out opportunities within the entire department when cancellations, no shows and low census occur
• Effectively shares information regarding therapy/evaluation techniques and/or hospital procedures with students, volunteers, CFYs and peers
• Participates in projects for the department that are consistent with department and hospital goals and missions
• Communicates job specific concerns and participates in developing solutions
• Provides in service training to staff and community as requested and completes training commencer with state license laws
• Completes written work in a timely manner relevant to evaluation, therapy and patient coordination and the content of written material meets ASHA specifics.
• Meets minimum annual expected volumes

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

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.