Acute Care, Cerebral Vascular Accident, Electronic Medical Records, Epic Systems, Fiber Optics, Health Plan, Medical Record System, Medical Treatment, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Speech and Language Pathology, Tracheotomy, Treatment Plan, Ventilator
Job Title
Speech Language Pathologist
LocationBoston, MA
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Days | Full-Time | Onsite | 72 Hours Biweekly Guaranteed
Key Responsibilities- Provide speech-language pathology services in a high-acuity inpatient setting at a Level 1 Trauma Center and comprehensive stroke center
- Evaluate and treat medically complex patients, including those requiring acute tracheostomy and ventilator management
- Perform instrumental swallowing assessments including Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) and/or Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary medical teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans
- Document patient evaluations, progress, and treatment plans accurately using an electronic medical records system
Required Qualifications- Active Massachusetts Speech Language Pathologist license required
- ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) certification required
- Minimum of 4–5 years of experience in acute inpatient care (inpatient rehabilitation experience does not meet this requirement)
- Demonstrated experience with acute tracheostomy and ventilator-dependent patients
- Full competency in MBS or FEES
- Proficiency with Epic electronic medical records system
Preferred Experience / Skills- Competency in both MBS and FEES instrumental swallowing assessments
- Prior experience in a Level 1 Trauma Center or Joint Commission-designated comprehensive stroke center
- Experience managing highly complex, acutely ill patient populations
Why Join Us- Work in one of the most clinically challenging and rewarding acute care environments, treating complex patients from across the region
- Guaranteed hours of 72 hours biweekly provide schedule stability throughout your contract assignment
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