Pediatric Speech Therapist: Transform Kids’ Communication

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a licensed speech-language pathologist to autonomously deliver therapy to patients, via referrals or direct to consumer, evaluate, and develop treatment plans while collaborating with care teams. Requires master's in SLP, state license, BLS, and ASHA CCC within 2 years; maintains records, meets productivity standards, and adapts care to diverse patient populations.

This role emphasizes quality care, compliance with privacy and safety, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech-language pathology is required.
• Current speech-language pathologist license in the state of practice is required.
• ASHA Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC) required within 2 years of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to meet patient goals.
• Assesses patient response and recommends plan changes as needed.
• Maintains patient records per documentation standards and policies.
• Meets productivity levels as set by administration (access to care, patient experience, quality).
• Assists in program development to meet patient and community needs.
• Adapts communication and service delivery to diverse patient populations.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Judgment/Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Master's degree in SLP

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a licensed speech-language pathologist to autonomously deliver therapy to patients, via referrals or direct to consumer, evaluate, and develop treatment plans while collaborating with care teams. Requires master's in SLP, state license, BLS, and ASHA CCC within 2 years; maintains records, meets productivity standards, and adapts care to diverse patient populations.

This role emphasizes quality care, compliance with privacy and safety, and opportunities to