Speech Language Pathologist - I/P or O/P at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital(WDH) in Dover, New Hampshire

Job Description:

We have a current position open for a per diem speech language pathologist in covering out-patient and acute care. At least one weekend (or two split weekend days) per month required. Work collaboratively with our dynamic speech pathology team to evaluate and treat adults with complex dysphagia needs, as well as patients with aphasia and cognitive-communication disorders. Participate in daily collaboration with nursing, hospitalists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists. You will be a valuable member in a collaborative rehab team committed to providing evidence-based practice and comprehensive care. At least one year of acute care experience preferred. We are excited to launch the new FEES modality in our department this past summer!



Mass General Brigham-Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham and Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.


Wentworth-Douglass Hospital remains among the nation's top hospitals for patient experience as a recipient of the Healthgrades 2022 Outstanding Patient Experience Award for the eighth consecutive year.



Qualifications

Experience Minimum Required

• Minimum one year as a Speech Pathologist in an acute care setting or if no experience, supervised graduate school placement in acute care setting.
• Experience with speech, language, cognitive-communications and swallowing disorders.



Experience Preferred/Desired

• Over 3 years as a Speech Pathologist



Education Minimum Required

• Masters Degree in Speech/Language Therapy or Communication Disorders



Licensure and/or Certifications Required

• NH Speech Therapist Licensure
• AHA or ARC BLS within 2 weeks of hire
• CCC



EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
• The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)