Geriatric Speech-Language Pathologist — In-House Role

Cox Healthcare; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Healthcare in Owasso, OK is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat geriatric patients in our facility. You will perform swallow and communication evaluations, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with nurses and other therapists to ensure cohesive care.

The role includes educating patients and caregivers for success at home after discharge. Responsibilities include providing quality documentation and working with the care team to optimize patient outcomes in a

Qualifications

• Current license in the State of Oklahoma in good standing.
• Experience in long-term healthcare preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills needed, both verbal and written documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations of communication skills and swallowing functions.
• Provide treatment plans to help patients reach maximum communication and swallowing potential.
• Collaborate with other therapists and nursing staff to ensure cohesive quality of care.
• Educate patients and caregivers to succeed at home after discharge from the facility.
• Provide quality documentation as required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Education

Oklahoma licensure

Job description

Cox Healthcare in Owasso, OK is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat geriatric patients in our facility. You will perform swallow and communication evaluations, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with nurses and other therapists to ensure cohesive care.

The role includes educating patients and caregivers for success at home after discharge. Responsibilities include providing quality documentation and working with the care team to optimize patient outcomes in a