Speech Language Pathologist – Per Diem

Lehigh Valley Health Network

. Evaluate, plan, direct, and administer speech therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability, and maximize patient independence .

Posted 11/6/2026part-timeHazleton • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating and treating speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in developing patient-centered care plans and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient independence and communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Licensed Speech Language Pathologist - PennsylvaniaMaster’s Degree Speech Language PathologySpeech-Language EvaluationPatient Care PlanningRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Speech Therapy Program AdministrationCognitive-Communication EvaluationSwallowing Disorder TreatmentAlternative Communication DevicesSpeech Intelligibility ImprovementDocumentation and BillingEvidence-Based Patient CareHearing and Speech Test AdministrationPatient Condition AssessmentDysphagia Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCollaborationCommunicationAdaptabilityProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

American Heart Association Basic Life Support

Industry Keywords

Speech Language PathologyPatient IndependenceRehabilitative Treatment ProgramsAge-Specific NeedsRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate, plan, direct, and administer speech therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability, and maximize patient independence
Assess patient condition based on referring physician diagnosis
Develop and update plans of care in collaboration with patients and families
Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across all ages
Perform speech-language and swallowing evaluations to detect speech or voice disorders
Evaluate cognition, expressive and receptive language, written language, reading comprehension, speech intelligibility, oral motor structure, and voice
Support communication and collaboration with physician oversight of speech pathology programs
Complete documentation and billing in accordance with departmental policies and regulatory compliance
Improve speech intelligibility using alternative or augmentative communication devices
Review the quality, appropriateness, effectiveness, and efficiency of services and speech-language pathology programs
Administer, score, and interpret specialized hearing and speech tests
Deliver evidence-based, cost-effective patient care appropriate to age-specific needs
Plan, direct, or conduct rehabilitative treatment programs for communication, swallowing, or cognitive problems
Assist physicians in determining appropriate dietary feeding levels for patients with dysphagia or other special needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree Speech Language Pathology
Ability to work at various locations and shifts per diem
Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of work flow
Ability to identify patient specific speech rehabilitation learning needs
American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Licensed Speech Language Pathologist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Ability to lift and carry 40–50 lbs.
Frequent to continuous standing/walking
Ability to perform role-specific activities including kneeling, bending, squatting, and CPR

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment policy
Educational programs and social activities referenced as covered personnel programs
Day shift schedule