Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to join our team and provide services to our geriatric patients. As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, and swallowing disorders in older adults. This is a full-time position with a salary range of 41-48 per hour and a 30-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, with a weekend rotation.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, and swallowing abilities in geriatric patients

- Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and patient goals

- Provide evidence-based therapy interventions to improve speech, language, and swallowing abilities

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians and occupational therapists, to ensure a holistic approach to patient care

- Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed

- Educate patients and their families on strategies for improving communication and swallowing skills

- Stay up-to-date on the latest research and techniques in geriatric speech therapy

- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with regulatory and facility guidelines

- Adhere to ethical and professional standards as set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

Qualifications:

- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program

- Current state license or eligibility for state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist

- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA preferred

- Minimum of 2 years of experience working with geriatric patients

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

- Flexibility to work a weekend rotation as needed

- CPR certification