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 conducting training programs for facility staff.
Compliance with state practice acts and facility policies is required, along with maintaining licensure and continuing education.
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 licensed
Patient evaluation within 24 hours
Treatment plan development and approval
Supervise Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants
Documentation of medical records
Computer skills with Casamba and Point Click Care
Nice-to-have
Conduct in-service training for staff
Participate in patient care conferences
Clinical preceptor for CFY/RFP students
Effective communication with families and team
Ability to relate positively with patients and staff
Key Requirements
Master’s or doctoral degree in SLP
Licensed as an SLP in the practicing state
Completion of 350 supervised clinical practicum hours
At least 9 months supervised full-time SLP services