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$103,800.00 - $120,100.00 per year Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Speech Pathologist – RWJBarnabas Health The Speech Pathologist plays an important role in evaluating and treating patients with communication and swallowing-related needs.
This position evaluates patients, develops individualized treatment plans, and implements speech-language pathology interventions in collaboration with the multidisciplinary healthcare team. Working closely with patients, families, physicians, nursing personnel, and other healthcare professionals, the Speech Pathologist supports patient recovery, functional improvement, and quality of life while contributing to safe, effective, and coordinated care.
A typical day for a Speech Pathologist may include: Evaluating patients to identify speech, language, communication, and swallowing needs and determine appropriate treatment approaches Developing individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings, patient needs, and functional goals Implementing speech-language pathology treatment interventions to support patient progress, recovery, and functional outcomes Collaborating with the multidisciplinary healthcare team, including physicians, nursing personnel, and other hospital departments, to coordinate patient care Communicating with patients and families regarding treatment plans, therapeutic interventions, and patient progress, as appropriate Documenting evaluations, treatment plans, interventions, and patient responses in accordance with departmental and hospital requirements Monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment approaches based on clinical findings and changing patient needs Participating in the evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders, including involvement in video fluoroscopic swallowing studies when appropriate to the role Following established safety procedures when using clinical equipment and providing direct patient care Maintaining effective communication with related hospital departments, billing and finance teams, insurance companies, and other payers as needed to support the delivery and coordination of services Completing required orientation programs and following applicable hospital policies, procedures, and professional standards Performing additional duties as assigned to support departmental operations and the delivery of high-quality patient care This role might be for you if: You are committed to helping patients improve communication, swallowing function, and overall quality of life through individualized treatment Clinical assessment and evidence-informed treatment planning guide your approach to patient care You value collaboration and enjoy working with physicians, nurses, patients, families, and other members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team You communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and families while supporting their understanding of treatment goals and progress You demonstrate sound clinical judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to safe, effective patient care You are adaptable and able to modify treatment approaches based on patient needs, clinical findings, and progress You are comfortable using computers and electronic systems to support clinical documentation and departmental workflows You recognize the importance of following professional standards, hospital policies, and established safety procedures in a clinical environment To be considered for this Speech Pathologist opportunity: Must meet the entry-level educational requirements of an accredited speech-language pathology program Certificate of Clinical Competence required Current licensure to practice in the State of New Jersey required CPR certification required Computer literacy required Successful completion of all required orientation programs required
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