Speech Language Pathologist

Description

Speech Language Pathologist Benefits:

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefits coverage
• 401K Plan
• Employee rewards program
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Weekly & Monthly Employee Appreciation Events
• Birthday & Anniversary Celebrations
• Growth from within
• Team-oriented work environment

Speech Language Pathologist Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments as well as develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase client’s independence and functioning.  
• Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders.
• Provide training and education to clients, family, caregivers, and other professionals as a subject matter expert.  
• Coordinate and collaborate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by physician.

Requirements

 Speech Language Pathologist Qualifications:

• Active/Valid Illinois license in Speech-Language Pathology
• SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices
• Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.