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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.
$83,128 / year median in Oklahoma
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Speech Language Pathologist Shawnee - Shawnee, OK 74804 Apply Overview Education Level Graduate Degree Apply Description The Speech-Language Pathologist provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment services for clients with communication, language, articulation, fluency, voice, and swallowing disorders. The SLP develops individualized treatment plans, delivers direct therapy services, supervises SLPAs, and maintains compliant clinical documentation. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations using standardized and non-standardized assessment tools appropriate to the client's age and presenting concerns Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable, functional goals in collaboration with the client, family, and interdisciplinary team Provide direct therapy services in accordance with the treatment plan, authorized hours, and SoonerCare or insurance coverage Supervise SLPAs per Oklahoma Board of Examiners supervision requirements including monthly direct observation and regular indirect supervision Complete all clinical documentation in the Rethink EMR — evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries — within required timelines Ensure documentation is objective, measurable, and consistent with services billed Collaborate with BCBA and OT team members, school personnel, and families as part of the interdisciplinary team Participate in IEP meetings and school-based service delivery as applicable Obtain and coordinate authorization renewals for assigned caseload with the Authorization Coordinator Maintain Oklahoma SLP licensure through required continuing education Comply with the ASHA Code of Ethics at all times Qualifications Master's degree or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology Current, active Oklahoma SLP license issued by the Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred Experience with pediatric populations including autism, developmental delays, and communication disorders preferred Proficiency with standardized assessment tools and Rethink EMR or comparable documentation systems No active disciplinary sanctions on Oklahoma license Clearance of all required background checks and OIG/SAM.gov exclusion screens Oklahoma Credential Requirement Must hold a current, active SLP license from the Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. License status is verified at hire and monthly thereafter. Share job details to