SPEECH PATHOLOGIST- FT

Progressive Rehab Solutions; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Rehab Solutions is looking for a full-time Speech Language Pathologist in Shreveport, LA. The role involves diagnosing and treating patients with speech and swallowing disorders, developing therapy plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams.

Qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, a current state license, and preferred clinical experience. The work environment includes healthcare facilities, with a focus on patient education.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP) when eligible.
• A current state license to practice as a Speech Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic evaluations of speech and language disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about therapy.

Skills

Expertise in communication disorders

Strong documentation skills

Ability to educate patients and families

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Job Location: Guest House - Shreveport, LA 71118

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: Speech Language Pathologist / Speech Therapist (ST)

Reports To: Director of Rehabilitation

Job Summary

Diagnoses and treats patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. Develops therapy plans to maximize communication and swallowing safety.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic evaluations of speech, language, swallowing.
• Develop and implement therapy plans.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP) from ASHA when eligible.
• A current state license to practice as a Speech Therapist.
• At least one year of clinical experience (preferred).
• Current state license must be in good standing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Expertise in communication and swallowing disorders.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Ability to educate patients and families.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Assist patients during therapy activities.
• Frequent sitting, standing, light lifting.
• Healthcare and LTC facility work environment.

EEO & ADA Statement

Progressive Rehab Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made under ADA.