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Rochester Regional Health lists this Speech Pathologist [Per Diem] opportunity in rochester, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation - Ridgeway
nPart time
nREQ_
nSUMMARY
nAs a Speech Pathologist, your empathy, compassion, and exceptional evaluation abilities lead to rehabilitative treatment programs that restore or improve patients’ optimal level of function, independence, and quality of life.
nSTATUS: Per Diem LOCATION: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation - Ridgeway DEPARTMENT: Physical Therapy SCHEDULE: Day Shift, Monday - Friday, 8-hr. Shifts
nPOSITION SUMMARYUpon referral, evaluates patients. Develops and implements rehabilitative treatment programs for the purpose of restoring or improving the patient’s optimal level of function, independence, and quality of life. Documents and communicates results and recommendations. Participates in multidisciplinary activities. Participates in continuing education programs within as well as outside the hospital. Provides supervision to students during their affiliation. Participates in quality improvement programs and projects.
nRESPONSIBILITIES
nnnEvaluation & Planning. Perform a complete initial evaluation of the referred patient; develop and implement treatment plans, including appropriate short- and long-term goals; involve the patient, family, and staff in the implementation of the treatment program; re-evaluate patient functional status progressively; advance patient toward maximal performance and functional independence
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nnDocumentation. Maintain a complete documentation of patient evaluations, treatment, progress, and discharge status; send required information to appropriate professionals
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nnCollaboration. Actively participate in rehabilitation team efforts to meet patient needs, including counseling and teaching patient and family, discussing changes in treatment programs with MDs, coordinating healthcare plans with other involved professionals, and assisting in discharge planning as appropriate
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n nREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
nnnMaster's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders (may be MA, MS, Med)
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nnRequired Licensure/Certification Skills: New York State licensure
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nnor For recent graduates: Completion of at least 9 months supervised Clinical Fellowship year OREligible to participate in a supervised Clinical Fellowship year by a NYS licensed Speech Language Pathologist with a NYS Limited permit, followed by the NYS licensure examination and achievement of the NYS license.
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n nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
nn1 year of experience in a medical setting preferred.
n nEDUCATION:
nMS: Speech Pathology (Required)
nLICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
nLight - 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.
nFor 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.
nAny physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
nPAY RANGE:
n$50.00 - $50.00
nCITY:
nRochester
nPOSTAL CODE:
n14626
nThe 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.
nRochester 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.
nRochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.
Worksite address
rochester, NY, 14600, US
Who can apply
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