The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families and health team members, and maintains documentation of services in medical records
Job Summary
The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families and health team members, and maintains documentation of services in medical records.
The role includes supervising Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants and participating in training programs for facility staff.
The position requires compliance with state practice acts and involves participation in patient care conferences and discharge planning.
Matching Summary
The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families and health team members, and maintains documentation of services in medical records.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Speech-Language Pathology evaluation
Treatment plan development
Patient care documentation
Supervision of assistants
Communication with healthcare team
In-service training for staff
Nice-to-have
Clinical preceptor experience
Caregiver training and discharge planning
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
Participation in patient care conferences
Key Requirements
Master’s or doctoral degree in SLP
Licensed Speech Therapist in the state
Completion of 350 supervised clinical practicum hours
At least 9 months supervised full-time SLP experience