Speech Language Pathologist

Reliant Rehabilitation•Osage, IA

21d•$55 - $65

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist provides speech-language pathology services to patients in accordance with speech-language therapy principles and Reliant Rehabilitation standards. The role includes patient screening and evaluation, treatment planning and implementation, discharge planning, and case management. The Speech Language Pathologist builds positive relationships with clients and facility staff, provides high-quality care, and complies with applicable state and federal regulations. The position supports patients’ communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing abilities through direct therapy and oversight. It also contributes to the development and sustainability of the SLP program and requires ongoing professional development, collaboration, and adherence to clinical, billing, infection-control, safety, confidentiality, and state practice requirements.

Requirements

Master’s degree or equivalent in Speech-Language Pathology.
Valid Speech-Language Pathologist state license.
Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English for effective communication and documentation.

Responsibilities

Improve patients’ communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing abilities through direct provision and oversight of speech therapy.
Contribute to the development and sustainability of a robust SLP program.
Strengthen clinical, professional, and leadership skills through collaboration, self-study, and continuing education.
Maintain a valid state license and stay informed about developments in speech-language pathology and the healthcare environment.
Apply knowledge of relevant billing models and treatment guidelines to ensure care meets clinical and regulatory standards.
Deliver care aligned with treatment goals and intended to produce meaningful outcomes.
Adhere to infection-control and environmental-safety protocols within the facility.
Communicate and document effectively in English.
Maintain confidentiality as appropriate and comply with the state practice act in the state(s) where licensed.
Conduct patient screening and evaluation, develop and implement treatment plans, participate in discharge planning, and provide case management.
Foster positive relationships with clients and facility staff while providing high-quality care and complying with applicable state and federal regulations.