Speech Language Pathologist

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapy to improve articulation, fluency, voice disorders, and language comprehension.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other relevant professionals.
• Maintain detailed records of patient evaluation, treatment, and progress.
• Educate clients and family members about communication strategies.
• Stay updated on clinical research and advances in speech-language pathology.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with Bachelor's in Speech Therapy.
• Licensed by the state in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current BLS for healthcare provider's certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:
• MS degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• One year of experience with swallow assessment and treatment in an acute care hospital setting.
• One year of experience in acute care.