Speech Language Pathologist

Position: Speech Language Pathologist - Geriatric

Salary range: $39-45 per hour

Responsibilities:

- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients speech language cognition and swallowing abilities

- Develop individualized treatment plans to address patients specific needs and goals

- Implement evidence-based therapy techniques to improve patients speech and language skills as well as their ability to swallow safely

- Monitor and document patients progress and adjust treatment plans as needed

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals including physicians nurses and occupational therapists to provide comprehensive care to patients

- Educate patients and their families on strategies to improve communication and swallowing at home

- Stay current with advancements and best practices in speech language pathology through continuing education and professional development opportunities

- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and provide input on patients treatment plans

- Adhere to all ethical legal and regulatory standards in the provision of services

Qualifications:

- Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program

- Current state license or eligibility for state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist

- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

- Minimum of 2 years of experience working with geriatric patients preferred

- Knowledge of and experience with various assessment and treatment techniques for speech language cognition and swallowing disorders in the geriatric population

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with patients families and healthcare team members

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

- Strong critical thinking problem-solving and decision-making skills

- Basic computer skills and proficiency in electronic medical records systems