Speech Language Pathologist- Outpatient

Kessler Rehabilitation Center is the outpatient network of Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, one of the nation's leading rehabilitation hospitals. Founded in 1948, Kessler has continued to expand its programs and services to meet the growing demand for quality outpatient physical and occupational therapies. Today, Kessler has more than 90 centers in 13 counties across New Jersey, and treats more than 38,000 patients each year. By carefully integrating clinical expertise, experience and leading-edge technologies, Kessler helps to optimize the recovery of individuals with orthopedic, sports and work-related injuries, musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions and other physical rehabilitation needs.

About the role

The Speech Language Pathologist will primarily work within the Outpatient Speech Therapy team, while providing occasional assistance within the Cognitive Rehabilitation Program as needed. Kessler's Outpatient Program is a dynamic learning environment with a multidisciplinary team approach, offering opportunities to partner with community groups and resources. All outcomes are evidence-based driven.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with primary diagnoses of stroke, traumatic brain injury, progressive diseases, brain cancer, and head/neck cancer.
• Develop treatment plans to address deficits such as aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, dysphagia, dysphonia, and cognitive-linguistic impairments.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team and assist in curriculum development.
• Participate in monthly re-evaluations and discharge planning for designated patients.
• Provide feedback to family members to facilitate an understanding of and cooperation with the implementation of program goals.
• Serve as a resource for patients and family members and collaborate with all members of the rehabilitation team.
• Use proper body mechanics in all aspects of patient treatment (e.g., lifting, moving heavy equipment, transferring patients).

Requirements

• Current and valid NJ state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an SLP required.
• CPR Certification.
• Prior experience in an outpatient rehabilitation setting preferred; entry level acceptable.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with staff members, support personnel, patients, families, physicians, and other Kessler staff.
• New grads looking for Clinical Fellowship are welcome.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of those educational requirements as mandated for state licensure or eligibility for a license in Speech Therapy.

Pay

$82,000 - $105,000 annually depending on years of experience.