Hospice Speech Therapist

West River Care

Hospice Speech Therapist

The Hospice Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates and treats patients experiencing communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders related to terminal illness. The SLP works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary hospice team to promote comfort, safety, and quality of life while honoring patient goals of care.

Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive assessments of:

Swallowing function (dysphagia)
Speech and language abilities
Cognitive-communication skills
Voice disorders

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on:

Safe swallowing strategies
Comfort feeding approaches
Communication enhancement
Energy conservation techniques
Compensatory strategies for cognitive decline

Educate patients, families, and caregivers on:

Safe feeding techniques
Aspiration precautions
Communication tools and strategies
Disease progression and realistic therapy expectations

Recommend adaptive equipment and alternative communication methods as needed.

Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings with nurses, social workers, chaplains, physicians, and other hospice staff.

Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory and agency guidelines.

Provide emotional support to patients and families during end-of-life care.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and hospice regulations.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience (hospice, home health, or medical setting preferred).
Knowledge of end-of-life care principles.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (for home hospice positions).

Work Environment

Patient homes
Assisted living facilities
Skilled nursing facilities
Inpatient hospice units

Core Competencies

Compassion and empathy
Cultural sensitivity
Clinical judgment
Flexibility and adaptability
Strong collaboration skills

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