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Speech Therapist (PRN)

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Hospital Lakeland LLC

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Quick overview

The Speech Therapist will conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing functions to develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans. Responsibilities also include providing direct therapy sessions, documenting progress, educating patients and families, and collaborating with the rehabilitation team.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and hold a current, unencumbered state license to practice, along with ASHA's Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) and current BLS certification. Two years of Inpatient Rehabilitation experience is preferred, alongside strong clinical reasoning and patient-centered communication skills.

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Job description

Description

Position Summary

• PRN Inpatient Rehab Hospital

As a Speech Therapist, you will play a vital role in our interdisciplinary team, helping patients recover from a variety of medical conditions that impact communication, swallowing, and cognitive function. You will conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapy sessions to improve patients' abilities. You will also educate patients and their families on self-management techniques to ensure continued progress after discharge.

Essential

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing evaluations to identify patients' needs and develop functional treatment goals.
Design and implement individualized therapy programs utilizing evidence-based practices.
Provide direct patient care in individual and group therapy sessions.
Document progress in patient medical records and collaborate with the rehabilitation team to ensure a cohesive treatment approach.
Educate patients, families, and caregivers on communication and swallowing strategies.
Participate in discharge planning to facilitate a smooth transition back to the community.
Stay up-to-date on current research and best practices in speech-language pathology.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Licenses or Certifications Current, unencumbered license to practice professional Speech Therapy in the state where currently practicing. Current BLS required via the American Heart Association or American Red Cross (required).

Education, Training, and Experience Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited university program (required).
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
2 years of Inpatient Rehabilitation experience (preferred).
Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.