What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) position at Inabia Software & Consulting Inc.?
Position Overview
Inabia is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to provide evaluation and treatment services for residents with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in a skilled nursing rehabilitation environment. The SLP will work closely with the rehabilitation team to improve residents’ ability to communicate effectively and safely manage swallowing disorders.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing evaluations to determine patient needs and establish therapy goals.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans designed to improve speech articulation, language comprehension, cognitive function, and swallowing safety.
- Provide therapy interventions for patients experiencing dysphagia, aphasia, voice disorders, cognitive impairments, and speech disorders resulting from stroke, neurological conditions, injury, or aging.
- Monitor patient progress throughout therapy sessions and modify treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Educate patients and caregivers on home therapy exercises, communication techniques, and safe swallowing practices.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, treatment notes, and progress reports in compliance with facility and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Participate in care planning meetings and interdisciplinary discussions to support patient recovery goals.
Requirements
- Degree in Speech Language Pathology
- Active VA state license
- BLS certification
- SNF experience preferred