Speech Pathologist PRN

You are looking for a career opportunity and we are looking for an experienced speech pathologist who is passionate about diagnosing and providing therapy for patients with communication and swallowing disorders.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and work alongside physicians, nurses, and therapists to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
• Monitor and engage with patients, families, and appropriate care team members concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns.
• Develop a treatment plan and deliver clinically appropriate, timely and accurate evaluation and therapy services for patients with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Evaluate and provide treatment for developmental disorders, clinical dysphagia, speaking valve and oral motor disorders and document results in the EMR.
• Provide speech therapy to patients with various diagnoses using appropriate strategies based on patient’s age, evidence, and best practices.
• Supervise students, clinical fellows, therapy technicians, and volunteers as needed.
• Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
• Advise and consult with supervisor when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely.
• Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources.
• Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked.

• Master's Degree in Speech Pathology.
• Licensed Speech Therapy through the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
• SLP experience and current C's required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Days (United States of America)

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.