Speech Pathologist 1 PRN FLT Main Campus

FMOL Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health in Baton Rouge, LA, is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to examine, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, language, hearing, and oral-motor disorders. The role involves developing individualized therapy plans, monitoring progress, collaborating with the rehabilitation team, and supporting patients and families through home programs.

The position requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology and state licensure or CF year eligibility; BLS certification is

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Board-level certification (BLS) and state licensure or CF eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized speech therapy programs based on evaluation of language, articulation, and auditory skills.
• Monitor progress, document relevant data, and communicate with rehabilitation team.
• Attend weekly team conferences for discharge planning.
• Adapt therapy techniques for patients with comprehension or motor challenges.
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety, and infection control standards.
• Participate in quality improvement and ongoing education activities.
• Engage in staff education and training sessions, and support interns.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

BLS Certification & state licensure eligibility

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Job Description

Examines, tests, diagnoses and administers remedial treatments for patients with speech and hearing disorders. Evaluates patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for rehabilitation of speech, language, hearing, and oral‑motor disorders. Maintains active and supportive communication with patients regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized speech therapy programs based on thorough evaluation of the patient's receptive and expressive language skills, speech fluency, vocal and oral‑motor competence, articulation, and auditory skills. Ensure that care plans have the patient's health, safety and well‑being in mind.
• Monitor patient progress during therapy, record relevant information, and maintain frequent communication with rehabilitation team members to ensure treatment plans are effective.
• Attend weekly team conferences to actively participate in discharge planning.
• Adapt conventional speech and language therapy techniques to meet the needs of patients unable to comprehend verbal commands or to carry out a regime of therapeutic exercises.
• Observe and adhere to all departmental and hospital policies, procedures, and safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement programs and ensure all services are provided compassionately and respectfully.
• Participate in educational programs, in‑service meetings, and training sessions to further the education of new personnel, volunteers and interns.
• Use equipment, supplies and facilities efficiently to promote departmental operations and high‑quality health care services.
• Promote personal performance quality through participation in staff education and continuing education courses.
• Communicate with patients and family members in a caring and compassionate manner on issues regarding patient progress and problems, available home programs, and the therapeutic process.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech‑Language Pathology or related field.
• Board‑level certification (BLS) and state licensing as a Speech Pathologist or eligibility for Clinical Fellowship year.