Speech Language Pathologist
About The Position
The Speech-Language Pathologist provides assessment and therapy to individuals with functional challenges. The role includes conducting thorough assessments, delivering targeted therapy, and educating patients and their support networks. The goal is to restore functional abilities, reduce or prevent long-term limitations, and help individuals reach their maximum potential. The position coordinates closely with other disciplines and implements relevant programs under general direction to support comprehensive, integrated care. The Speech-Language Pathologist uses the AIDET principle when communicating, particularly with patients and their families: acknowledge, introduce, explain duration, and thank. The role involves behaviors that support patient loyalty, introducing oneself by name and purpose, and communicating politely and courteously.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Speech Pathology or Communicative Disorders, required upon hire.
- California Speech-Language Pathologist license, required upon hire.
- Basic Life Support (CPR), required upon hire.
- Clinical experience assessing and treating functional impairments.
- Exceptional diagnostic, therapeutic, and communication skills.
- Ability to develop individualized treatment plans and educate individuals effectively.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience with a variety of patient diagnoses, including aphasia, dysarthria, dysphagia, and cognitive impairment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of individuals with functional challenges.
- Deliver targeted therapy to restore functional abilities and reduce or prevent long-term limitations.
- Educate patients and their support networks.
- Coordinate closely with other disciplines and implement relevant programs under general direction.
- Use the AIDET principle when communicating with patients and families: acknowledge, introduce, explain duration, and thank.
- Introduce oneself by name and purpose and communicate politely and courteously.
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Job Type
Full-time
