Speech Language Pathologist PD - Neonatal ICU, Special Care Nurseries and inpatient Pediatrics

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Summary:

Provides speech/language pathology examination and evaluation to determine prognosis, provide intervention, and update plan of care to infants and children in Voorhees Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Pediatric Unit, Mt Holly Special Care Nursey and Pediatric Unit, and Our Lady of Lourdes Special Care Nursery.

Assists manager/supervisor with clinical and operational issues. Works with manager to improve processes and utilization of rehab services.

Position Responsibilities:

* Consults with medical, ancillary professionals and other team members/supervisors to provide optimum quality patient care and effective operations.

* Demonstrates comprehensive evaluation skills and interventions. This includes evaluating the effectiveness of interventions and modification of plan of care as appropriate.

* Maintains and completes evaluations, patient records, reports and all written documentation effectively and in a timely manner, in accordance with regulatory and department guidelines.

* Effectively utilizes other support staff as appropriate.

* Effectively communicates with patient and/or family/significant other in providing education and literature in accordance with the patient's age, physical condition and cultural needs.

Required Education:

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from a program accredited by ASHA.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

Current licensure in the State of New Jersey.

ASHA certification.

CPR certification.

For home care and early intervention staff, a valid driver's license, current automobile registration and proof of insurance.