Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem
Company: ECHN
Location: Waterbury
Posted on: November 29, 2025
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Job Description:
Flat rate: $55-$60 per hour based on experience. POSITION
SUMMARY: Provides treatments to patients by evaluating the function
and selecting and applying appropriate treatments to improve or
restore function. Participates in an interdisciplinary approach for
in servicing and community education and in the clinical education
of affiliating students. Potentially may be responsible for
cross-site coverage. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: - Graduate of an
accredited program of Speech Language Pathology with a minimum of a
M.S. - Holds current Connecticut license for Speech Language
Pathology. - Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American
Speech Language and Hearing Association. COMPETENCIES: - This
position requires an individual with strong English communication
skills, both verbal and written. - Must have basic personal
computer skills in the use of Windows based programs such as Word,
Outlook and Excel as needed for department functions. - Must have
access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work
sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions
are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive
lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working
conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be
accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities
of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed
below may change from time to time. Job-Specific Competency -
Evaluates patients based on departmental standard. - Conducts and
modifies evaluations based on the patient’s symptoms, level of
activity, and medical status establishing individualized,
appropriate, measurable goals for each patient. - Treats patients
with the appropriate and acceptable therapeutic techniques. -
Administers physical agents (modalities) and manual therapeutic
technique to attain established goals. - Utilizes effective
techniques to assist in normalizing speech and language activity. -
Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or
functional activities in order to maximize independent functional
activity - Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit
from treatment and recommends discharge if appropriate. - Documents
in accordance to insurance guidelines and adheres to the
department’s policies and procedures. - Seeks and fosters
interdepartmental communication and communication with the
referring physician regarding patient care as evidenced by
observation, and chart review. - Accurately and consistently fills
out and submits charges daily. - Adheres to the professional code
of ethics established by the ASHA and the facility at all times as
evidenced by observation. - Performs all duties with proper body
mechanics and safety to prevent injuries. - Supervises at least one
affiliated student per year. - Attends a continuing education
course to further/improve treatment techniques. - Participates in
at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service as
evidenced by documentation of educational program.
Keywords: ECHN, Waterbury , Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem, Healthcare , Waterbury, Connecticut
