Speech Language Pathologist

    Posted 4 days ago
    meridian, mississippi, united states · Onsite

    About the job

    AI Summary

    Provide quality speech-language pathology therapy and related services, optimizing patient communication, cognitive-linguistic abilities, and swallowing skills. Develop treatment and discharge plans, adhere to regulations, and maintain professional conduct. Enhance expertise through education and collaboration.

    Speech Language Pathologist

    Job Description:

    • Provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Therapy and related services for patients.
    • Maintain positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients.
    • Adhere to Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines and all state and federal regulations.
    • Conduct quality patient care, including screening, evaluation, and developing treatment plans.
    • Manage discharge plans and case management responsibilities.
    • Optimize communication, cognitive-linguistic abilities, and swallowing skills of patients.
    • Build a strong SLP therapy program.
    • Enhance clinical expertise and professional skills through various educational activities.
    • Maintain professional conduct in all client interactions.

    Requirements:

    • Master's Degree, or equivalent, in Speech Language Pathology.
    • Valid Speech-Language Pathologist state license (where appropriate).
    • Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation.
    • Basic Internet navigation skills.
    • Awareness of issues related to the speech-language pathology profession and healthcare environment.
    • Understanding of payment models, billing, and treatment guidelines.
    • Compliance with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocols.
    • Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.

    Professional Development:

    • Engage in self-study and continuing education activities.
    • Interact with managers, therapists, and other professional staff for skill enhancement.

    Additional Skills:

    • Ability to provide reasonable goals and outcomes within professional guidelines.