The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families and health team members, and maintains documentation in medical records
Job Summary
The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families and health team members, and maintains documentation in medical records.
The role includes supervising Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants, participating in patient care conferences, and conducting ongoing training for facility staff.
Compliance with state licensing requirements and ability to relate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues are essential for this position.
Matching Summary
The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families and health team members, and maintains documentation in medical records.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Speech-Language Pathology evaluation
Treatment plan development
Patient care documentation
Supervision of SLP Assistants
Communication with healthcare team
Conducting in-service training
Compliance with state practice act
Nice-to-have
Clinical preceptor experience
Caregiver training and instruction
Participation in care conferences
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
Positive interpersonal skills
Key Requirements
Master’s or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology
State licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist
Completion of 350 supervised clinical practicum hours
At least 9 months supervised full-time SLP experience