Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
The Speech Language Pathologist makes a difference by -
The staff Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients/residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical record. The Speech-Language Pathologist also conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis in restorative techniques.
Additionally, the Speech Language Pathologist will –
- Evaluate patients/residents and develops and follows effective treatment plans with approval for services from referring physician.
- Supervise Speech-Language Pathology Assistants and Rehab Aides in direct patient/resident care and patient/resident related activities in accordance with the state practice act.
- Participate in Facility Performance Improvement programs.
- Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and other staff within the Rehab department.
- Ensure appropriate rehab staffing levels through daily coordination of rehab staff assignments.
You might be a great fit if you have these things –
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
- Current license to practice profession in state required.
- 2+ years of experience as a Therapist preferred.
- Reliable transportation required.