Speech Language Pathologist

Aequor; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare company in Killeen, Texas, is seeking a skilled Speech Therapist to evaluate and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders. The role involves creating personalized treatment plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care. Responsibilities include assessing patients, executing treatments, and advising families on strategies for improvement. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a passion for helping others.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating, testing, and diagnosing speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive disorders.
• Developing individualized treatment plans and performing therapy.
• Helping patients with swallowing disorders improve muscle function.
• Maintaining detailed records of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
• Advising patients and families on coping strategies and dietary changes.
• Working with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assessment & Diagnosis: Evaluating, testing, and diagnosing speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive disorders, such as aphasia, stuttering, and dysphagia.
• Treatment Planning & Execution: Developing individualized, evidence-based treatment plans and performing therapy to address specific patient needs, including, for instance, rehabilitating stroke victims or treating developmental speech issues in children.
• Swallowing & Feeding Therapy: Helping patients with swallowing disorders (dysphagia) improve muscle function for safe feeding, which often involves working with elderly patients or those with neurological conditions.
• Documentation & Monitoring: Maintaining detailed, accurate records of patient progress, evaluations, and treatment outcomes, adjusting plans as necessary.
• Counseling & Education: Advising patients and families on coping strategies, communication techniques, and dietary changes related to swallowing disorders.
• Collaboration: Working with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, educators, and nurses, to provide comprehensive care