Speech Pathologist - Physical Therapy Pediatric Christus Health United States, Louisiana, Alexandria 3347 Masonic Drive (Show on map) Sep 18, 2026

Description Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Physical Therapy, the Speech Pathologist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned. Speech Pathologist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Speech Therapy Practice Act as they apply for providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population. Per the Departments Scope of Practice, this position requires providing services to Therapy Patients, ages between pediatric to geriatrics in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of

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St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. The position provides observation, assistance and guidance to Rehabilitative Technicians that are caring for the SLP's patients. It is expected that the associate demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The associate shall support the

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St. Frances Cabrini's strategic plan and the goals and direction of their Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).

Responsibilities:

Gathers pertinent data from chart and other care givers, discusses with physician as necessary

Independently assess all patient types assigned

Demonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgment in decision

Interprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic and attainable goals

Reassess patient progress regularly per department policy, or when need arises

Identifies appropriate equipment, discusses with patient and family and makes appropriate referral to social services and/or vendor

Able to assess vent dependent patients with minimal assistance

Able to assess voice and fluency cases with some assistance

Able to independently design a treatment plan that address' identified problems, deficits and discharge needs and assist with reducing LOS

Consistently delivers effective treatment focused on rehab of communication, cognition and/or swallowing disorders

Actively seeks out a diagnosis mx to facilitate ability to independently treat throughout the hospital

Demonstrates skilled expertise when monitoring patients during treatment

Able to apply reasoning and judgment to skilled observations and reports adverse reactions to physician and/or nursing

Demonstrates a working knowledge of speaking valve usage and contraindications

Ensures patient safety

Offers alternatives to physician when appropriate

Actively seeks research-based treatments and applies to daily treatment

Develops creative and innovative ways to provide treatment i.e. group sessions, summer speech camps, structured and interactive adult group/individual sessions

Requirements:

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology is required.

English required, bilingual preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Certifications in Vital Stim, FEES, Metronome, Big and Loud are preferred.

Current Louisiana SLP License.

Current BLS

ASHA (American Speech and Hearing Association) Certification, after completing the requirements of the clinical fellowship year.

Work Schedule:

7AM - 5

PM Work Type:

Full Time