Speech Language Pathologist

Award Care; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Award Care at Saint Lucie is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our Fort Pierce, FL team. You will assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders in our residents, developing individualized plans to maximise independence and quality of life.

You will collaborate with a compassionate multidisciplinary team, maintain detailed records, and participate in ongoing staff education to stay current with best practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Florida State licensure in Speech Language Pathology (SLP).
• Minimum 0 years of experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and evaluations of residents' communication and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address specific communication and swallowing goals.
• Provide speech therapy services to residents, including group and individual treatments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care plans.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of resident assessments, treatments, and progress.
• Participate in staff education and training programs to stay current with best practices and research.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology (SLP)

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist

Join the Award Care at Saint Lucie Team in Fort Pierce, FL

FT Rates start at $44 and increase based on experience

PRN Rates start at $50 and increase based on experience

As a Speech Language Pathologist with Award Care at Saint Lucie, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents while working closely with our dynamic and compassionate team of healthcare professionals. Our commitment to delivering exceptional resident experiences, combining clinical excellence with warmth and dignity, is at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role:

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders in our residents. You will develop and implement individualized treatment plans to help our residents achieve their maximum potential, while providing ongoing communication with families and healthcare teams. Your expertise will enable our residents to regain their independence, improve their quality of life, and enhance their overall well-being.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and evaluations of residents' communication and swallowing disorders
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address specific communication and swallowing goals
• Provide speech therapy services to residents, including group and individual treatments
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care plans
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of resident assessments, treatments, and progress
• Participate in staff education and training programs to stay current with best practices and research

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology (SLP) from an accredited program
• Florida State licensure in Speech Language Pathology (SLP)
• Minimum 0 years of experience in a healthcare setting

Why Join Our Team:

Award Care at Saint Lucie is committed to fostering a culture of excellence, compassion, and teamwork. Our dedicated staff are empowered to deliver high-quality care, and we offer a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.

This position requires a background check, more info can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

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