Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

St. Mary's Healthcare has been providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to the people of Montgomery and Fulton counties since 1903. At St. Mary's Hospital, the Rao Outpatient Pavilion and other locations, the local, independent healthcare organization offers the comprehensive, critical services its community needs and deserves. St. Mary's Healthcare has also been named a 2026 Times Union Top Workplacethe first acute care hospital in the Capital Region to earn the distinction since the Times Union launched the recognition program 14 years ago.

Employment Type: Per-Diem

Shift: Rotating

Hours Per Week: As scheduled

Hiring Range: $60.00/Flat rate Per-diem

The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Responsibilities

Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.

Educates and counsels patient and family regarding treatment plans.

Maintains clinical records and follows performance improvement recommendations.

Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from speech therapy services. Provides information regarding appropriate support programs.

Education

High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required. Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Required Credential(s): BLS Provider obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the New York Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Complexity of Work

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Ability to organize and establish day-to-day priorities while using critical thinking skills in all aspects of the job.
• Must be able to multitask while remaining professional, focused, composed and positive.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Displays integrity, friendliness, and compassion.
• Must be able to establish an appropriate and effective rapport with others.
• Demonstrates flexibility
• Takes initiative
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Embrace new opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.
• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with various Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel).
• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take and follow direction in a positive and appropriate manner.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Must be able to demonstrate effective and appropriate written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English