Therapy - SLP

Speech and Language Pathologist

Job Title: Speech and Language Pathologist

Profession: Speech and Language Pathology

Specialty: Long Term Care

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day shift, Monday to Friday

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience: Minimum 1 year of SLP experience required; new graduates accepted with Level II experience

License: Missouri State License required

Certifications: CCC certification required

Must-Have: Experience in Long Term Care or Rehabilitation setting; Active ASHA and State Licensure

Description: Effectively screens, evaluates, and rehabilitates patients with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders. Develops appropriate plan of care following all regulatory and clinical practice standards. Utilizes standardized assessments and evidence-based practices to support clinical interventions. Assesses patient progress and adjusts treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements. Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Modifies services in relation to patient evaluation and makes referrals based on outcomes. Provides consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers regarding speech disorders. Effectively communicates with supervisors and other health team members about patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans. Provides a comprehensive discharge summary of services rendered per regulatory and clinical requirements. Documents all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system. Maintains patient records according to company policy. Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided per all regulatory and clinical requirements. Participates in required meetings, including but not limited to patient care conferences and rehabilitation meetings. Engages in facility and company-required trainings, in-services, and conferences. Able to obtain necessary DME or supplies per regulatory and clinical practice requirements. Supervises and supports CFY or Student Speech-Language Pathologists. Adheres to ASHA and state-required practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics during professional practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.