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.
Speech-Language Pathologist KDcare Community ABA Services - 3.0 Garden City, MI Job Details Part-time | Full-time $46.01 - $55.41 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals School experience Anatomy knowledge Teamwork Electronic health records (EHR) management Multidisciplinary collaboration in speech-language pathology Working with pediatric populations Working with geriatric patients Care documentation Working with seniors Experience working with children Records management Collaboration with other professionals for student support Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Experience working with individuals with dysphagia Working with families Early intervention Managing patient records Medical terminology Experience working with families with children Geriatrics Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this role, you will assess, diagnose, and treat a diverse range of speech, language, and communication disorders across various populations, including pediatric and geriatric patients. Your expertise will help improve patients' quality of life through personalized therapy plans, collaborative care, and innovative treatment techniques. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in both clinical and community settings while working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care. Responsibilities Conduct thorough speech and language assessments to identify communication impairments in patients of all ages, including children with early intervention needs and older adults with speech or swallowing difficulties Develop and implement individualized speech-language therapy plans tailored to each patient's specific needs, goals, and medical background Deliver engaging therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based techniques for speech therapy, language therapy, voice disorders, fluency issues, and cognitive-communication challenges Collaborate closely with families, caregivers, educators, and healthcare professionals to ensure cohesive treatment strategies and effective progress tracking Document patient progress accurately using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) or Electronic Health Records (EHR), maintaining detailed records of assessments, treatment plans, and outcomes Educate patients and their families on communication strategies, exercises, and home programs to reinforce therapy goals outside of clinical sessions Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for patients with complex needs or disabilities Requirements Valid state licensure or certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) or equivalent credential Proven experience working with pediatric populations, including early intervention programs and school-based settings Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology related to speech and swallowing functions, and medical terminology relevant to speech-language pathology Experience conducting comprehensive speech and language evaluations for diverse populations with speech impairments or disabilities Familiarity with telehealth therapy platforms and experience delivering remote speech-language services is preferred Ability to work effectively with children as well as geriatric patients experiencing age-related communication challenges Excellent collaboration skills for working within multidisciplinary teams including educators, therapists, physicians, and families Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems for accurate documentation and patient management Join us to help transform lives through innovative speech-language therapy! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while providing meaningful care that makes a difference every day.
Pay:
$46.01 - $55.41 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance