Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Casa of Hobart is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team in a Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care setting in Hobart. This PRN position offers a flexible schedule during the week and/or weekends.

About the role

We are looking for a candidate who can assess and evaluate patients with communication, speech, and swallowing disorders.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing, treating, and preventing speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Creating treatment and therapy plans to suit the individualized needs of a diverse population of patients.
• Performing screenings to detect voice or speech disorders.
• Educating patients and family members about speech disorders and causes, including disabilities and traumatic events.
• Keeping detailed records relating to patient conditions, care plans, therapies, and progress.
• Reporting progress and current status to appropriate parties, which may include family members, teachers, or medical professionals.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-language Pathology.
• Valid Indiana state license or certification.
• Experience with certain conditions or working with specific age groups may be preferred.
• Strong understanding of speech-related conditions, causes, and treatments.
• Excellent coaching and verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers, especially patient and healthcare databases.
• Attentive and caring with the ability to develop individualized education plans (IEPs).

Pay

PRN rate.

Schedule

Flexible schedule during the week and/or weekends.