Speech Language Pathologist / SLP-CCC - Inpatient, Full time

Requisition Number: 11334

Pay Range: $38.65 - $63.37 per hour

Location: Multiple CHA Campuses in Cambridge, Somerville and Everett

Category: Allied Health

Department: Speech Language Pathology

Job Type: Full time

Union Name: Non Union

Shift: M-F, day shift, (generally between 8am-5:30pm) and one Sat. per month.

Hours/Week: 40.00

Holiday Requirements: 2 minor holidays and 1 major holiday per year

Cambridge Health Alliance is an innovative, award-winning health system that provides high quality care in Cambridge, Somerville, Everett, Revere, and the surrounding Metro-North communities. It includes three hospitals, more than 20 primary care practices, and the Cambridge Public Health Department. With this unique model, the Alliance can offer the finest health services, a diverse working environment, and a premier training experience for those interested in community-based medicine.

This position will provide skilled SLP services on the inpatient behavioral health units at the Somerville Hospital Campus (specifically the Neurodevelopmental Unit - NDU), inpatient medical surgical floors, ICUs, and inpatient/outpatient swallow imaging at the Cambridge and Everett Hospital Campuses.

Job Purpose:

The Speech Language Pathologist will evaluate and treat patients across the lifespan who have complex medical needs, behavioral health crises, and/or neurodevelopmental disorders in an inpatient setting, including objective swallow imaging for inpatients and outpatients. Additionally, you will participate in performance improvement initiatives, in-services, documentation/administrative duties, and other departmental activities.

Qualifications/Requirements: MA SLP licensure, ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) and current AHA BLS certification required. Prior neurodevelopmental experience is preferred. Training and experience with objective swallow imaging (Modified Barium Swallow Studies/Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies) are preferred.

This position may require working at multiple locations and hospital campuses based on service needs.

Benefit package includes: generous time off, tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness through the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness program, Medical / Dental / Vision plans, and 403B plans.Qualifications/Requirements: MA licensure, CCC, and current AHA BLS certification required. One year of experience preferred. MBSS training/experience is a plus.

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.