SPEECH PATHOLOGIST- FT

Progressive Rehab Solutions•Leesville, LA

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About The Position

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates, plans, and implements individualized speech and language therapy programs for patients in long-term care or related settings. The role focuses on improving communication, cognition, and swallowing function to enhance patient safety and quality of life. The SLP evaluates speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities; develops individualized treatment plans; and provides interventions for speech, language, voice, fluency, cognition, and swallowing. The position includes dysphagia management, patient and caregiver education, recommendations for diet modifications and adaptive strategies, clinical documentation, regulatory compliance, monitoring outcomes, and adjusting interventions as needed. The SLP collaborates with interdisciplinary care teams, physicians, nursing staff, dietitians, patients, families, and caregivers. The work is based in long-term care or clinical settings and may involve travel to patient locations, including long-term care, short-term care, and private homes. The role requires maintaining licensure and clinical competencies and participating in continuing education, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement activities.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
Current state license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist or Speech Therapist, maintained in good standing.
Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Attention to detail and critical thinking.
Time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to sit, stand, and move between patient care areas throughout the workday.
Ability to position or assist patients as needed for evaluation or treatment.
Ability to demonstrate exercises or techniques related to speech and swallowing therapy.
Ability to use proper body mechanics in accordance with safety standards.

Nice To Haves

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA; the posting also states CCC-SLP is preferred.
At least one year of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients’ speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities using standardized assessments and clinical judgment.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, physician orders, and regulatory requirements.
Establish measurable goals and modify treatment plans based on patient progress.
Implement interventions to improve speech, language, voice, fluency, cognition, and swallowing function.
Assess and treat swallowing disorders, including providing dysphagia management.
Educate patients and caregivers on communication strategies, swallowing precautions, and home programs.
Recommend diet modifications and adaptive strategies as appropriate.
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with Medicare, regulatory, and company guidelines.
Maintain patient evaluation records, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and payer regulations.
Monitor patient outcomes and adjust interventions to support optimal results.
Coordinate patient care with interdisciplinary team members.
Communicate patient status and recommendations to physicians, nursing staff, dietitians, and families.
Participate in care planning meetings and team conferences.
Maintain current licensure and clinical competencies.
Participate in continuing education, professional development, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement initiatives.