Master's degree or equivalent in speech-language pathology
3 years of experience in speech-language pathology
New York State Speech-Language Pathologist License
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech and Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA
Responsibilities
Administers evaluations and tests to assess speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing impairments
Evaluates test results and medical history to determine treatment plans
Counsels patients on communication disorders and coping strategies
Provides ongoing education and support to patients, families, and caregivers
Assists patients in developing communication and swallowing skills for daily life
Conducts in-service training for rehabilitation staff
Records and maintains treatment reports
Implements group therapy programs for patients and families
Participates in conferences to stay updated on treatment methods
Mentors less experienced Speech Pathology staff
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development and mentorship
Engagement in cutting-edge treatment methods and technology
Collaborative work environment with rehabilitation staff
Involvement in community education and support programs
Full Job Description
Job Description
The Senior Speech and Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients referred for speech, language, cognitive, and dysphagia dysfunction. Mentors less experienced Speech Pathologists.
Responsibilities
Administers speech/language and or cognitive evaluations, tests or examinations to patients to collect information on type and degree of impairment.
Evaluates speech/language test results and medical or background information to determine speech impairment and treatment.
Counsels and instructs patients concerning communication disorders and how to cope with the stress and misunderstanding that may accompany them.
Provides patients, families and caregivers with ongoing counseling and education to facilitate communication.
Assists patients in developing and recovering reliable communication and swallowing skills to allow them to fulfill their educational, vocational and social roles.
Conducts speech pathology in-service training programs for rehabilitation staff.
Records and maintains reports of speech or swallowing treatments.
Formulates and implements group therapy programs to address the needs of impaired patients and their families.
Participates in conferences or training to update or share knowledge of new speech pathology or speech/cognitive/language/dysphagia treatment methods or technology.
Mentors less experience Speech Pathology staff.
Performs other related duties
Qualifications
Masters degree or equivalent education in speech-language pathology
3 years of speech-language pathology experience
New York State Speech-Language Pathologist License; New York State Education Department
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech and Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) - American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Non-Bargaining Unit, 846 - Otolaryngology MSH FPA - ISM, Icahn School of Medicine
About Mount Sinai Hospital
Mount Sinai Hospital is a hospital network based in New York City. It was founded in 1852 and is one of the oldest and largest teaching hospitals in the United States. The hospital has been ranked among the top hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report and is known for its excellence in patient care, research, and education. Mount Sinai Hospital is affiliated with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and has a staff of over 7,000 physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
