Speech Pathologist

Speech Pathologist Req #: 0000271021 Category: Speech Therapy Status: Part-Time Shift: Day Facility: RWJ Rahway Department: Speech Therapy Pay Range: $51,945.00 - $60,008.00 per year Location: 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065 Job Title: Speech Pathologist Location: RWJUH Rahway Hospital Department Name: Speech Therapy Req #: 0000271021 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $51,945.00 - $60,008.00 per year Pay Transparency The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Speech Pathologist - RWJBarnabas Health The Speech Pathologist plays an important role in evaluating and treating patients with speech, language, communication, and related disorders. Working with patients across acute care, Kindred Hospital, and outpatient settings, the Speech Pathologist develops individualized treatment plans, establishes objective goals, and provides medically prescribed treatments to support patient progress and functional outcomes. This role collaborates with interdisciplinary care teams, patients, and families to deliver quality care while maintaining professional standards and current knowledge of speech-language pathology practice. A typical day for a Speech Pathologist may include: Evaluates patients at initial visits, scheduled intervals, and discharge using standardized tests, clinical measurements, and direct observation Develops individualized treatment plans and establishes objective goals based on patient evaluations and clinical findings Monitors patient progress and modifies treatment goals and plans as needed to support therapeutic outcomes Provides medically prescribed speech-language pathology treatments to patients in acute care, Kindred Hospital, and outpatient settings Completes accurate written and electronic documentation in the medical record regarding patient status, treatment, and progress Prepares additional forms, reports, and correspondence as required Participates in interdisciplinary team conferences, patient and family meetings, and departmental committees and meetings as assigned Maintains current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards governing speech-language pathology practice Participates in educational activities, including student supervision and sharing knowledge in areas of professional expertise Contributes to hospital and community education initiatives within the scope of professional knowledge and expertise Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental operations and quality patient care This role might be for you if: You are committed to providing individualized, patient-centered care that supports communication and functional outcomes You apply strong clinical judgment and assessment skills when evaluating patients and developing treatment plans You are attentive to detail and maintain accurate, thorough clinical documentation You communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams You are comfortable adapting treatment plans to meet changing patient needs and therapeutic goals You value collaboration and actively participate in interdisciplinary care planning and team discussions You are committed to maintaining current knowledge of professional standards, regulations, and evidence-based practices You enjoy sharing your expertise through student supervision, professional education, and community outreach To be considered for this Speech Pathologist opportunity: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college or university required Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) required Current New Jersey state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist required RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr