Speech - Language Pathologist

Neuroscience Group • Appleton, WI

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Neuroscience Group is growing! We are currently looking for a Full Time Speech-Language Pathologist to join our therapies team. The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is a key member of the interdisciplinary care team at Neuroscience Group, responsible for the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency disorders. The SLP works collaboratively with physicians, neurologists, occupational and physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that support the communication and swallowing needs of patients across the lifespan, with a focus on neurologically-based conditions.

For over thirty years, Neuroscience Group has provided excellent neurologic care for the Fox Valley and Northeast Wisconsin. Ours is the only medical facility in the area that combines neurosurgery, neurology, orthopedic spine surgery, interventional and non-interventional pain management, and physical therapy. Our practice has grown to over 50 providers and serves patients in nine outlying clinics scattered throughout the region. Our mission is to improve lives by providing the very best in brain, spine and pain care and we do that by living our company core values: compassionate care, teamwork, fiscal responsibility, continuous learning, leadership and community involvement.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the State of Wisconsin.
• Expertise in the evaluation and treatment of neurologically-based communication and swallowing disorders.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and clinical team members.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible caseload.
• Proficient in electronic medical record (EMR) documentation.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care and continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience preferred, ideally in a medical or neurological setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, voice, cognition, and swallowing functions using standardized and non-standardized assessment tools.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, patient goals, and best practices.
• Provide direct therapy services to patients with a variety of neurological disorders, including but not limited to stroke, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, ALS, dementia, and multiple sclerosis.
• Conduct dysphagia assessments, including bedside evaluations and referrals for VFSS as warranted.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and communication with medical providers in accordance with professional standards and organizational policies.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on communication strategies, safe swallowing techniques, and home exercise programs.
• Participate in care team meetings, case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards, including HIPAA, ASHA Code of Ethics, and state licensing requirements.
• Stay current on evidence-based practices through continuing education and professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts with a generous employer contribution
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company paid Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous PTO and Sick Banks
• 401(k) with guaranteed employer contribution, Profit Sharing, and a Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual voluntary health risk assessments (company paid)
• Timber Rattler tickets
• Holiday party, summer picnic, and annual recognition for years of service
• Annual Employee Appreciation Day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level