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Speech Pathologist
Job Description
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Examines and evaluates patients, identifies communication/cognitive problems, including the type of problems such as cognition, dysarthria, apraxia, language, dysfluency, dysphagia, etc., the causal and/or maintaining factors, and the severity of the problems. Develops, updates, and implements individualized patient treatment plans including long and short- term goals. Treatment activities may include, but are not limited to, the Cognition Module, Attention Module, Auditory Rehabilitation Module, Echoic Store, Iconic Store, orientation, passive breathing, thermal stimulation, etc. Performs reporting procedures. Consults with patients, families and therapists from various clinic disciplines to instruct, advise or inform them of procedures and tests.Requirements:
Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders required. Current or eligible for Certificate of Clinical Competence by the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association required. Current licensure or eligible to practice professional Speech Pathology in the state where practicing required. Apply today! Monday - Friday 7:30 - 4:30 p.m.Career Insights for Speech Language Pathologist
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$101,723 / year median in California
-2% projected decline