Job Description:

The Speech Therapist is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and providing treatment for patients with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders. The role focuses on improving patients’ communication abilities and quality of life through individualized therapy plans and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and evaluations of patients’ speech, language, voice, and swallowing abilities.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings and patient needs.

• Provide direct speech therapy services in accordance with physician orders and care plans.

• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on techniques to improve communication and swallowing functions.

• Document all evaluations, care plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and promptly.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other care team members to ensure coordinated patient care.

• Monitor and evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and agency regulations and professional standards.

• Participate in case conferences and in-service training as required.

• Promote a safe and supportive therapy environment that encourages patient participation and progress.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.

• Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) preferred.

• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in speech therapy, preferably in a healthcare or home health setting.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.