SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - SLP

Pate Rehabilitation

Our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed patients' expectations. If you're motivated to give our clients a more positive quality of life we encourage you to apply today!

Performs the evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders based upon physician orders/referrals
• Completes a comprehensive evaluation based upon Physician referral using appropriate evaluation and assessment tools and procedures
• Reviews patient records for current diagnosis, past medical history, precautions & contraindications
• Establishes measurable goals and develops treatment plan to move the patient toward his or her maximum level of speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities
• Regularly re-assesses effectiveness of treatment plan, progress of patient toward goals and the need for modifying goals or treatment
• Communicates patient's needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, family members, as applicable
• Consults with medical providers regarding patient evaluation and treatment, progress of the patient and discharge from treatment
• Maintains and submits evaluation, treatment and billing documentation in the format and time-lines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations
• Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act and Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws
• Attends, participates in and/or conducts internal staff development programs and meetings; obtains continuing education as required by company policy and regulations; maintains and enhances clinical practice skills

• Minimum of Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology from a college or university with accredited Speech Language Pathology program
• Current, unrestricted license as an Speech Language Pathologist by state in which practicing
• Current Basic Life Support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification in accordance state regulations
• A minimum of one year's work experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury required
• Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions
• Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail