Travel Speech Language Pathologist
Philadelphia, PA
HonorVet Technologies
5x8 hrs, Days, Evenings
Referral Bonus

Job Title: Speech/Language Pathologist II

Location: Philadelphia, PA 19104

Job Duration: 10 Weeks
Shift: 5×8-Hour (Day / Mid / Evening)
Hours per Week: 40 Hours 

Job Summary: We are seeking a Speech/Language Pathologist II to provide high-quality care to pediatric patients with communication disorders. This role involves direct patient care, departmental participation, and educational responsibilities. There is potential for extension or conversion at the end of the assignment based on business needs.

Job Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

• Independently evaluate patients with known or suspected communication disorders (speech, language, oral motor dysfunction) using standardized and non-standardized tools.
• Record evaluation findings according to departmental and hospital procedures. Refer patients to medical and educational services when appropriate.
• Develop individualized therapy plans including treatment goals; update goals and record progress per departmental procedures.
• Present and explain evaluation findings, progress, and recommendations to patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
• Instruct family members and caregivers in home therapy programs. Consult with healthcare and educational staff to enhance patient communication skills.

Administration:

• Participate in departmental or program-based functions, including staff meetings, continuing education activities, workgroup meetings/committees, Quality Improvement projects, and clinical protocol or equipment/supplies maintenance.

Education:

• Teach within the department, hospital, professional, and non-professional communities.
• Provide consultative services outside the hospital setting.
• Mentor professional observers, students, and clinical fellows.

Skills & Technical Requirements:

• High analytical skills to independently identify and resolve clinical and research-related issues.
• Expertise in assessment procedures for pediatric speech and language skills.
• Fundamental research skills, including general understanding of research methodology, design, and statistics.

Education & Licenses:

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (required)
• License in Speech-Language Pathology from Pennsylvania or New Jersey, or eligible to obtain within 3 months of hire
• CCC-SLP (Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology) – required upon hire

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of licensed experience
• Experience in a pediatric medical-based setting

Level: 4 Worker

Notes:

• Position is 40 hours/week, but part-time applicants may be considered.
• Possibility for assignment extension or conversion based on business needs.