Speech Language Pathologist
About The Position
The Speech Language Pathologist delivers speech-language pathology services to patients in accordance with the principles of speech-language therapy and Reliant Rehabilitation’s standards. The role includes patient screening and evaluation, developing and implementing treatment plans, discharge planning, and case management, while fostering positive relationships with clients and facility staff and providing high-quality care. The position requires professional conduct, compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, confidentiality, and adherence to the state practice act in the state(s) where licensed. The Speech Language Pathologist improves patients’ communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing abilities through direct provision and oversight of speech therapy. The role also contributes to a sustainable SLP program and develops clinical, professional, and leadership skills through collaboration, self-study, and continuing education. Care should align with treatment goals and produce meaningful outcomes while meeting clinical, billing, regulatory, infection-control, and environmental-safety standards.
Requirements
- Master’s degree or equivalent in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Valid state Speech-Language Pathologist license.
Responsibilities
- Provide speech-language pathology services according to therapy principles and Reliant Rehabilitation standards.
- Screen and evaluate patients; develop and implement treatment plans; plan discharges; and provide case management.
- Build positive relationships with clients and facility staff while providing high-quality care.
- Improve patients’ communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing abilities through direct speech therapy and oversight.
- 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 billing models and treatment guidelines to meet clinical and regulatory standards.
- Deliver care aligned with treatment goals and meaningful outcomes.
- Follow facility infection-control and environmental-safety protocols.
- Communicate and document effectively in English.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with the applicable state practice act and state and federal regulations.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation packages
- Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
- Maternity and Paternity support program
- Continuing education, mentorship programs, and clinical leadership development
- Tuition loan repayment assistance Program
- Flexible scheduling options
