Job Summary
The role involves assessing patients and delivering tailored speech therapy services aimed at enhancing communication skills, cognitive functions, and swallowing abilities. The professional will create and execute treatment plans grounded in research, working alongside interdisciplinary teams to maintain seamless patient care.
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient evaluations to identify specific speech and language needs.
- Design and apply individualized treatment strategies based on evidence-based practices.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Monitor and document patient progress and outcomes regularly.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and stay updated on the latest practices in speech-language pathology.
Qualifications
- Must possess a valid Speech Language Pathologist license or be license-eligible in the state of practice.
- Graduation from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program is required.
- A strong interest in working with the geriatric population is essential.
