Speech Therapist

Description Join Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center, a 116-bed community hospital located in Hartsville, SC, that has been recently honored with ScionHealth’s Platinum Award, eight consecutive “A” safety grades from Leapfrog, Top General Hospital honors from Leapfrog, and recognition as a Great Community Hospital by Becker's Hospital Review. The hospital delivers excellence across the continuum of services, and holds numerous accreditations and certifications in areas that include chest pain, stroke and heart failure, hip and knee replacement, sepsis, and more. Come grow your career at Carolina Pines, where innovation, safety, and community are core to everything we do. Job Summary The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for evaluating patients, developing and implementing treatment plans, and providing therapeutic interventions for individuals with communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing disorders. The SLP maintains accurate and timely documentation, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and supports patient and family education to promote optimal functional independence and patient-centered outcomes. Essential Functions Conduct evaluations and assessments appropriate to age and diagnosis, including developmental, cognitive, speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders. Develop individualized treatment plans and measurable goals in collaboration with the patient, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team. Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions in a timely and appropriate manner. Reassess patient condition and update treatment goals and plans as needed. Provide patient and family education and counseling related to speech-language and swallowing needs. Accurately document treatment sessions, assessments, progress, and discharge plans. Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, therapists, and support staff to ensure consistent and effective rehabilitation plans. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care planning, and quality improvement initiatives. Supervise clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel as applicable. Ensure compliance with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology related to speech, language, and swallowing. Proficient in the use of assessment tools, therapy materials, and documentation systems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to function independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills. Familiarity with ASHA and state practice standards. #J-18808-Ljbffr