Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

Paragon; Fort Erie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Overview

We believe in setting our employees up for success. That’s why we believe in providing an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even when your orientation period ends, you can rest assured that the Synchrony team will always have your back.

Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for providing a full range of speech-language pathology services including assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices, and ethical standards.

Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications: Must have and maintain a current, valid state SLP licensure. Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) preferred or required. Current valid CPR certification, preferred.

Education: Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.

Experience: 0-1 years.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Evaluate patients to identify speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders through clinical assessments, standardized tests, and patient interviews.
2. Develop and implement individualized therapy plans based on assessment findings, setting measurable goals to address patients' specific needs.
3. Provide therapy to improve patients’ communication skills, including articulation, language comprehension, voice modulation, and fluency, as well as swallowing and feeding abilities.
4. Educate patients and their families about the nature of disorders, therapy techniques, and strategies to support progress and enhance communication and swallowing in daily life.
5. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient evaluations, progress notes, and treatment plans in compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
6. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
7. Other duties as assigned.

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