Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Paxxon Healthcare Services, is dedicated to providing evidence-based, person-centered therapeutic services to residents. We are proud to remain a therapist-owned and operated company that believes in a unique and innovative approach to geriatric care.

We are looking for a committed and patient-focused Speech Language Pathologist to join our rehab team at an Assisted Living Facility. You will offer effective and client-centered services that will enable people to confidently and independently carry out everyday tasks or activities.

POSITION SUMMARY

A Speech Language Pathologist is a skilled, registered and licensed professional who evaluates and treats patients referred by a physician. Treatment approaches utilize applicable modalities, supervision of rehabilitation techs, and / or exercise to restore function.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Address client's aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and life quality.
• Select and adapt the appropriate per case speech therapy treatment model, method, and approach to direct the process of interventions.
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe, note, and report on the progress of long- and short-term treatment goals.
• Collect data and document processes followed.
• Regularly follow-up with clients.

SKILLS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING Speech Language Pathologists must be a graduate of an accredited Speech Pathology training program and have secured the Certificate of Clinical Competence.

LICENSURE OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS Speech Language Pathologists must be licensed in the state practicing by the Board of Speech Therapy and provide an acceptable Criminal Background Check.