Long Term Care/Skilled Facility Speech-language Pathologist

Totality Staffing & Consulting Services, LLC; Clive (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Totality Staffing & Consulting Services, LLC is seeking a licensed Speech Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders in a clinical setting. You will develop individualized treatment plans and work with patients of diverse ages.

You will conduct regular progress evaluations, educate families, document progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Proficiency with assessment tools and clinical software is expected, along with ongoing

Qualifications

• Assess and diagnose speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapy to improve speech, language, and communication skills.
• Monitor progress with regular evaluations.
• Coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families about disorders and treatment options.
• Document progress with accurate records.
• Use specialized equipment and software.
• Conduct research to advance knowledge in the field.
• Participate in continuing education to stay current with practices and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose communication disorders and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapy to improve speech and language skills.
• Conduct regular evaluations to monitor progress.

Skills

Assessment tools

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Treatment planning

Documentation skills

Speech therapy software

Empathy and patience

Research literacy

Lifelong learning

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

ASHA Certification

State licensure in SLP

CCC-SLP Certification

Tools

Speech therapy equipment

Assessment tools software

Job description

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.