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.
They supervise Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants and participate in training programs for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
The role involves compliance with state practice acts and facility policies while fostering positive relationships with patients, families, and 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 evaluation
Treatment plan development
Patient care documentation
Supervision of assistants
Communication with healthcare team
In-service training delivery
Nice-to-have
Clinical preceptor experience
Caregiver training skills
Participation in care conferences
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
Key Requirements
Master’s or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology
State licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist
Completion of 350 clock hours supervised clinical practicum (if state does not license)
At least 9 months supervised full-time SLP services post-degree (if state does not license)
Successful completion of national SLP examination approved by HHS Secretary
Maintain license in good standing with state board