The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families and healthcare team members, and maintains documentation of services in medical records
Job Summary
The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families and healthcare team members, and maintains documentation of services in medical records.
This role involves supervising assistants, participating in training programs, and acting as a clinical preceptor for Speech-Language Pathologist students and fellows.
The position requires compliance with state practice acts and facility policies, and emphasizes positive and effective relationships with patients, families, and professional colleagues.
Matching Summary
The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families and healthcare team members, and maintains documentation of services in medical records.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Speech-Language Pathology treatment
Patient evaluation within 24 hours
Supervise Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants
Documentation of medical records
Use of Casamba and Point Click Care
Compliance with state practice act
Nice-to-have
Conduct in-service training
Participate in patient care conferences
Clinical preceptor for students
Effective communication with families and staff
Key Requirements
Master’s or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology
State licensure as Speech Therapist
Completion of 350 supervised clinical practicum hours
At least 9 months supervised full-time SLP experience