Speech Language Pathologist

Encore Rehabilitation Services; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Mobile, AL, seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to deliver evaluations and treatments for speech and dysphagia issues. Responsibilities include managing communication programs and documenting patient progress. Required qualifications include a Master's or doctoral degree in Speech Pathology, appropriate state licensing, and a Certificate of Clinical Competence. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and a desire to support individuals with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master's or doctoral degree in Speech Pathology.
• Must have the Certificate of Clinical Competence and an applicable State License.
• Preferred completion of clinical fellowship year with supervision from a qualified speech pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and dysphagia evaluations and treatments.
• Manage and supervise related programs and services.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes.

Skills

Communication skills

Evaluation and treatment of speech/language disorders

Knowledge of medical terminology

Counseling individuals with communication disorders

Education

Master's or doctoral degree in Speech Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Applicable State License

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist

Job Description/Summary: The Staff Speech Pathologist shall provide quality speech/dysphagia evaluations and treatments to patients with communication and/or swallowing deficits, and participate in the departmental operations as assigned by the Clinical Director.

Responsible For

• Identify, assess, and provide treatment for individuals of all ages with communication/dysphagia disorders.
• Manage and supervise programs and services related to human communication and its disorders.
• Counsel individuals with disorders of communication, their families, caregivers, and other service providers relative to the disability present and its management.

Physical Demands

Communication and hearing skills which allow for evaluation and treatment of speech/language disorders.

Special Demands

• Desire to work with and for people with temporary and/or chronic physical, mental, and developmental handicaps.
• A knowledge of medical terminology to understand prescriptions and communicate with Physicians and Staff.
• Preferably, knowledge and experience in the administration of videofluoroscopic evaluations and therapy for patients with dysphagia.
• Able to work with individuals of all ages from neonates to geriatrics.

Major Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Screening, identifying, assessing and interpreting, diagnosing, and rehabilitating disorders of speech (e.g. articulation, fluency, voice) and language.
• Screening, identifying, assessing and interpreting, diagnosing and rehabilitating disorders of oropharyngeal function (e.g. dysphagia) and related disorders.
• Screening, identifying, assessing and interpreting, diagnosing, and rehabilitating cognitive/communication disorders.
• Assessing, selecting, and developing augmentative and alternative communication systems and providing training in their use.
• Assisting in record keeping and charging system of the department.
• Discharge planning in treatment program.
• Documenting evaluation, treatment plan, goals, progress notes, and discharge summary of patients treated.
• Performing staff and nursing in-service programs as needed on areas of relevant interest and need.

Qualifications

Education: Master's or doctoral degree, the Certificate of Clinical Competence of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and applicable State License.

Experience: Preferred completion of clinical fellowship year or will be supervised by a speech pathologist with a Certificate of Clinical Competence of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

Work Performed

Under the direction of the Clinical Director, the Speech Pathologist provides treatment only on written prescription of a licensed physician.