Join ECHN as a Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist, where you will provide essential treatments to patients, helping them improve or restore their speech and language functions. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluates patients based on departmental standard
Conducts and modifies evaluations based on patient’s symptoms and medical status
Treats patients with appropriate therapeutic techniques
Administers physical agents and manual therapeutic techniques
Utilizes effective techniques to assist in normalizing speech and language activity
Educates patients/families in home exercise programs
Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit from treatment
Documents in accordance with insurance guidelines
Fosters interdepartmental communication regarding patient care
Accurately submits charges daily
Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by ASHA
Supervises at least one affiliated student per year
Attends continuing education courses to improve treatment techniques
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited program of Speech Language Pathology with a minimum of a M.S.
Holds current Connecticut license for Speech Language Pathology
Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech Language and Hearing Association
Preferred Qualifications
Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written
Basic personal computer skills in Windows-based programs such as Word, Outlook, and Excel
Access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites