Speech and Language Therapist

As a speech therapist, you will be responsible for performing patient assessments, developing individual treatment plans, liaising with teachers, family members, and other healthcare professionals, administering therapy, and monitoring progress. You will ensure that patients and their families are informed of new treatments and therapy techniques. Additionally, you should be willing to work with patients from diverse backgrounds and be open to making house calls. Key Responsibilities: - Assessing, diagnosing, screening, and preventing language, speech, and swallowing disorders. - Communicating with patients, families, physicians, and teachers to design effective treatment plans. - Utilizing a mix of traditional therapies and innovative techniques to offer the best care possible. - Staying updated on advancements in the field through conferences, research, and professional networks. - Educating patients and families about speech disorders and available therapies. - Maintaining detailed patient history and progress notes. - Providing mentoring and workshops to speech therapy students. - Evaluating patient progress and adjusting therapy programs as needed. Qualifications Required: - Master's degree in speech therapy or speech-language pathology. - Relevant license and certification. - Experience with specific disorders and age groups may be necessary. - Solid understanding of speech-related disorders and treatments. - Proficiency in database management software. - Strong relationship-building and problem-solving skills. No additional details about the company were provided in the job description.,