Long Term Care/Skilled Facility Speech-language Pathologist

Totality Staffing & Consulting Services

Clive, IA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Clinical Competency, Communication Skills, Communicative Disorders, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Long-Term Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, Research Skills, Speech and Language Pathology, Swallowing Disorders, Team Player, Treatment Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Clive, IA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Speech Language Pathologist Responsibilities & Duties
  • Assess and diagnose speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Provide therapy and interventions to improve speech, language, and communication skills.
  • Conduct regular evaluations to monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
  • Consult with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
  • Educate patients and their families about speech and language disorders and treatment options.
  • Document patient progress and maintain accurate treatment records.
  • Utilize specialized equipment and technology to assist in diagnosis and treatment.
  • Conduct research to advance knowledge in the field of speech-language pathology.
  • Participate in continuing education to stay current with the latest practices and techniques.
Speech Language Pathologist Qualifications & Skills
  • Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology.
  • Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
  • State licensure to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist.
  • Experience working in diverse clinical settings.
  • Proficiency in using speech and language assessment tools.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of alternative communication methods and devices.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.
  • Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology or related field.
  • State licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
  • Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).
  • Proficiency in conducting speech, language, and swallowing assessments.
  • Strong understanding of speech and language development.
  • Ability to develop and implement effective treatment plans.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Empathy and patience when working with patients and families.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Ability to use specialized speech therapy equipment and software.

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