Speech-Language Pathologist

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute in Sierra Vista, AZ is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders across diverse age groups. The role focuses on patient-centered care within an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has strong assessment, diagnosis, and treatment skills in speech-language pathology, and excels in collaboration, patient education, and counseling with families.

Qualifications

• Professional expertise in speech-language pathology.
• Experience in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of communication disorders.
• Ability to manage swallowing disorders.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Patient-focused education and counseling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient communication and swallowing needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary clinicians.
• Provide patient and family education and support.
• Deliver patient-centered care that promotes healthier outcomes.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Assessment & diagnosis

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders for patients across diverse age groups.

Key Duties

• Assess patient communication and swallowing needs
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary clinicians
• Provide patient and family education and support
• Deliver patient-centered care that promotes healthier outcomes

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Professional expertise in speech-language pathology
• Competency in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of communication disorders
• Ability to manage swallowing disorders
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Patient-focused approach with effective education and counseling skills