Speech Therapist

GUARDIAN ANGELS SERVICES LLC; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Speech Therapist to join their team in Carthage, Missouri. The role involves assessing patients' speech needs, creating personalized treatment plans, and documenting patient care. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with an active state license. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives through compassionate care and tailored treatment strategies.

Qualifications

• Active state license required for practicing speech therapy.
• Strong communication and organizational skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients for evaluations and create customized treatment plans.
• Maintain excellent records of patient needs and outcomes.
• Work closely with patients and their families for successful outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Charting

Documentation

Education

Active State License for Practicing Speech Therapy

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, licensed Speech Therapist to join our team! As a Speech Therapist, you will be meeting with new patients, assessing their speech needs, and creating personalized treatment plans to help them reach their goals. You will also be documenting all patient care, observing and participating in treatment, and adjusting goals and milestones as needed for the best possible outcomes. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of speech pathology, is able to provide compassionate care to every patient, and has excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients for the first time in their speech journey, answering introductory questions
• Make evaluations and create treatment plans customized for that patient, working with them to set short and long-term goals for their speech and wellness
• Assist in the implementation of the treatment plan, adjusting as needed to ensure successful outcomes
• Maintaining excellent records of patient needs, care, and outcome
• Work closely with the family of the patients and the patients themselves to ensure they have the knowledge and tools they need for success

Qualifications

• Active state license for practicing speech therapy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong charting and documentation skills
• Familiarity with basic computer programs, such as the Microsoft Office suite