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:
- Master's 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