Job Description

Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Acute Care

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our acute care team. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical expertise managing medically complex and high-acuity patients in a hospital setting. This role requires clinical independence, critical thinking, and the ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in an acute care hospital environment
• Perform bedside and instrumental swallowing evaluations as clinically indicated
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for medically complex patients
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge recommendations in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, case management, and rehabilitation staff
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans and safety strategies
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and discharge planning
• Ensure compliance with NYSED, hospital policies, and evidence-based practice standards

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist in an acute care hospital setting
• Demonstrated experience managing high-acuity and medically complex cases
• Valid New York State Education Department (NYSED) license as a Speech-Language Pathologist (required)
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced hospital environment

Schedule Requirements

• 4 weekdays and 1 weekend day
• Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Interview Process

• First Interview: 10–15 minute phone screening
• Second Interview: In-person interview

Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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