Supervision of speech-language pathologist assistants
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 assistants, participating in patient care conferences, and providing in-service training to facility staff.
The position requires compliance with state practice acts and facility policies, and the ability to effectively relate with patients, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
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 Pathologist patient evaluation
Treatment plan development and approval
Supervision of Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants
Documentation of medical records
Communication with healthcare team
Patient and family caregiver training
Nice-to-have
Conducting in-service training for staff
Participation in patient care conferences
Ability to relate positively with patients and colleagues
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care software
Key Requirements
Master’s or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology
State licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist or equivalent qualifications
Completion of 350 supervised clinical practicum hours
At least 9 months supervised full-time SLP experience
Successful completion of national SLP examination
Maintain license in good standing with state board