The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in medical records
Job Summary
The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in medical records.
The role includes supervising assistants, participating in patient care conferences, and conducting in-service training for facility staff.
The position requires compliance with state practice acts and the ability to relate positively and effectively with patients, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
Matching Summary
The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in medical records.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Speech-Language Pathologist licensed
Patient evaluation within 24 hours
Treatment plan development and implementation
Supervision of Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants
Documentation of patient services
Participation in care conferences
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
Nice-to-have
Clinical preceptor for students
Effective communication with families and staff
Ability to relate positively with patients and colleagues
Participation in in-service training programs
Compliance with state practice acts
Key Requirements
Master’s or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology
State licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist
Completion of 350 supervised clinical practicum hours if unlicensed
At least 9 months of supervised full-time SLP services