Speech Therapist, full-time, Youngstown

Lionstone Therapy; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 5,786,000 - 6,612,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (Medical, Dental & Vis

401k with company match

Early Pay via Tapcheck

Employee Perks & Discount program

PTO + Holidays + Floating Holidays

Referral Bonus Program

Mentorship Programs

Upskilling Growth Opportunities

Continued Education Loan Repayment

Job summary

Lionstone Therapy in Youngstown, OH is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders in clinical settings. You will work with patients across healthcare, long-term care, and rehabilitation contexts to improve communication abilities and swallowing safety.

The role requires a Master’s degree and an active SLP license (CCC-SLP). Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and thorough documentation in the EHR are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current SLP license; ASHA CCC-SLP certification required.
• New graduates are welcome to apply; healthcare setting experience preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills in speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders.
• Design individualized treatment plans and provide evidence-based therapies.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals for patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interdisciplinary team collaboration

EHR proficiency

Clinical assessment skills

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

ASHA CCC-SLP

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Park Vista - Therapy - Youngstown, OH 44504
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Education Level: Bachelor Degree
• Salary Range: $42.00 - $46.00 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: First Shift

The Speech Therapist, also known as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in patients or residents in healthcare, long-term care, or rehabilitation settings. The Speech Therapist works closely with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to develop individualized treatment plans to improve communication abilities, cognitive-linguistic skills, and swallowing safety. This role focuses on enhancing patients' quality of life by helping them regain functional communication and swallowing abilities.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment and Diagnosis

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders.
• Administer standardized tests and non-standardized assessments to identify patients' communication and swallowing deficits.
• Develop diagnostic reports and collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine appropriate treatment plans.

Individualized Treatment Planning

• Design and implement personalized treatment plans to address communication disorders such as aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, cognitive-linguistic impairments, and swallowing disorders (dysphagia).
• Provide therapeutic interventions, including speech and language exercises, cognitive-linguistic retraining, oral-motor exercises, and swallowing techniques.
• Continuously monitor and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress and feedback.

Therapeutic Interventions

• Use evidence-based practices to treat speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders.
• Provide therapy for patients with communication impairments due to stroke, traumatic brain injury, neurological disorders, and degenerative diseases.
• Offer interventions for cognitive-linguistic impairments related to memory, attention, problem-solving, and executive functioning.

Swallowing and Dysphagia Management

• Conduct swallowing evaluations using techniques such as bedside evaluations, modified barium swallow studies, and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluations (if trained).
• Develop and implement treatment strategies to manage dysphagia, including diet modifications, compensatory techniques, and therapeutic exercises.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on safe swallowing techniques and strategies to prevent aspiration.

Patient and Family Education

• Provide education and training to patients, families, and caregivers on communication strategies, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, and safe swallowing techniques.
• Educate patients on exercises and strategies to enhance speech, language, and cognitive abilities at home.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations regarding speech therapy services and patient care.
• Participate in care team meetings and interdisciplinary discussions to provide input on patient progress and care planning.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic care for patients.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care conferences, and discharge planning meetings.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members regarding treatment goals, progress, and expected outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Current and active Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license. Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is required (CCC-SLP).
• Experience: Previous experience in a healthcare, long-term care, or rehabilitation setting is preferred but not required. New graduates are welcome to apply.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills in speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems and documentation.
• Knowledge of current evidence-based practices in speech therapy, cognitive-linguistic rehabilitation, and dysphagia management.

People-Centered Rewards

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401k with company match
• Early Pay via Tapcheck!
• Employee Perks & Discount program
• PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays
• Referral Bonus Program
• Mentorship Programs
• Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities
• Continued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp