Speech Language Pathologist

St Summary

Evaluates and treats residents and patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient/resident treatment based on established plan of care.
• Screens and evaluates residents and develops appropriate care plans.
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and/or swallowing or cognitive problems.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.

Entry Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Current license in Speech Therapy as required by state law.
• Certification in clinical competency.
• One-year clinical experience preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

May supervise Rehab Aides, and others involved in program ST.

St Benefits

• 401K (Matching up to 2%)
• Annual Performance Evaluations
• Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Retention Bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Electronic Documentation
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Unlimited CEU's