Speech-Language Pathologist — Neuro & Swallow Rehab

CommonSpirit Health; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to deliver a continuum of services for neurological, swallowing, speech-language, cognitive, pragmatic, and voice disorders.

The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders within an interdisciplinary team to promote optimal health and well-being for patients in Lakewood, Colorado.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required with CCC.
• ASHA certification required.
• CCC for Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Current BLS from American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients referred to speech therapy and completes initial profile within department standards.
• Applies diagnostic tests including dysphagia, aphasia, language, voice, speech, and cognitive deficits.
• Establishes treatment plans with measurable goals and timeframes with input from patient, family, and health-care team.
• Performs therapeutic interventions for swallowing, voice, speech, language, and cognitive skills.
• Documents all patient care activities per standards and payer requirements.
• Communicates treatment plans and progress with patients, families, staff, and physicians while maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Therapeutic skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in speech-language therapy with CCC

ASHA Certification

Certificate of Clinical Competence for Speech-Language Pathology

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to deliver a continuum of services for neurological, swallowing, speech-language, cognitive, pragmatic, and voice disorders.

The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders within an interdisciplinary team to promote optimal health and well-being for patients in Lakewood, Colorado.