Speech Pathologist

Job Details

• Job Location:
  
  Cleburne - Cleburne, TX 76033
• Position Type:
  Full Time
• Job Category:
  Speech Language Pathologist
• Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Job Description

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates, plans, and implements individualized speech and language therapy programs for patients in a long-term care or related setting. The role focuses on improving communication, cognition, and swallowing function to enhance patient safety and quality of life.

• Evaluate patients’ speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities using standardized assessments and clinical judgment
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, physician orders, and regulatory requirements
• Establish measurable goals and modify treatment plans as necessary based on patient progress

• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve speech, language, voice, fluency, cognition, and swallowing function
• Provide dysphagia management, including assessment and treatment of swallowing disorders
• Educate patients and caregivers on communication strategies, swallowing precautions, and home programs
• Recommend diet modifications and adaptive strategies as appropriate

• Complete all required clinical documentation accurately and timely in accordance with Medicare, regulatory, and company guidelines
• Maintain appropriate records of patient evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and payer regulations
• Monitor patient outcomes and adjust interventions to support optimal results

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, dietitians, and families regarding patient status and recommendations
• Participate in care planning meetings and team conferences

• Maintain current licensure and clinical competencies
• Participate in continuing education and professional development activities
• Support evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives

• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
• Effective communication (verbal and written)
• Interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Attention to detail and critical thinking
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
• One (1) year of experience preferred

• Ability to sit, stand, and move between patient care areas throughout the workday
• Ability to position or assist patients as needed for evaluation or treatment activities
• Occasional bending, reaching, or positioning of materials or equipment
• Ability to demonstrate exercises or techniques related to speech and swallowing therapy
• Ability to use proper body mechanics in accordance with safety standards

• Long-term care or clinical setting
• Ability to travel to various locations where patients are located, including long-term care, short-term care, and private homes. This work will involve ability to enter and access buildings, work with patient in their existing space. Varying environmental conditions may be encountered while traveling.
• Indoor environment with occasional travel between patient areas or facilities as needed

The items listed above cover the essential duties and…