Speech Pathologist 2

Job Description

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH Clinical Technical Services Speech Pathologist 2. The successful candidate will:

• Perform speech and swallow evaluations.
• Perform cognition/communication skills evaluations.
• Perform modified barium swallow (MBS) studies for patient of all ages.
• Determine appropriate diet recommendations.
• Coordinate with dietary, nursing, and medical staff in managing diet textures, consistencies and restrictions.
• Educate residents, nursing, patients and families regarding alternative nutrition methods.
• Document initial assessments, follow-up treatments, results of MBS, etc. according to departmental and institutional policies and standards.
• Mentor SLP students and affiliates.
• Be a role model for other members of the team, while modeling the WE CARE values of the institution.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an institution accredited by New York State.
• 3+ years of related experience in an acute hospital setting.
• Proficiency in performing Modified Barium Swallowing (MBS) studies.
• Excellent bedside manners, effective and efficient communication skill, and strong time management skills.