Speech Pathologist II
Speech Pathologist II
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Job Summary
Massachusetts General HospitalSpeech Language Pathologist II
The MGH Out-Patient Multidisciplinary ALS Team is seeking an experienced SLP to join the SLP ALS practice within the larger Massachusetts General Hospital SLP department. The speech language pathologist will be an active member of a vibrant multi-disciplinary team caring for patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) and other motor neuron diseases. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in motor speech and swallowing disorders resulting from neurodegenerative disease and a passion for supporting patients and families through serious illness conversations and end of life care. Knowledge of or desire to learn AAC is welcomed. The SLP will participate in clinical research and program development.
Prior professional experience working with adults in a medical setting particularly with neurological disorders is strongly preferred. The individual must demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice advanced critical thinking and compassion for the patients we serve. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential given the nature of the work which involves multiple disciplines and close collaboration.
This is a 24 hour per week position. The position involves providing in person clinical care in the multidisciplinary clinic at MGH Waltham (Mondays) and MGH Main Campus (Tuesday and Thursday). There may be some telepractice patient care delivery components.
Qualifications
Education
Masters Degree Speech Language Pathology required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree No
Licenses and Credentials
Active MA license in Speech Language Pathology
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)
Required
Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology
Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA)
Current Massachusetts Speech Language Pathologist license
A strong understanding of neuroanatomy neurophysiology and evidenced-based neurorehabilitation science
At least one year relevant clinical experience working with a neurologic patient population
Strong spoken and written communication skills
Preferred
Experience working within and across interprofessional teams
Experience working with augmentative and alternative means of communication (AAC)
Experience having and documenting serious illness conversations
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Familiarity with diagnostic assessments for motor speech cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders.
- Employee must have strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to incorporate new clinical procedures sufficiently to perform clinical services independently.
- Ability to perform functions associated with contemporary speech-language pathology scope of practice.
- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
- Knowledge of state standards federal and state regulations.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (50-75%)
- Lifting Frequently (less than 2%)
- Carrying Frequently (less than 2%)
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$78104.00 - $115388.00/AnnualGrade
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Employment Type
Part-Time
