Speech Therapist

Position Summary The Speech Clinical provides supervised clinical assessment and treatment for patients with communication, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders in the outpatient setting. This role supports individualized care planning, therapeutic intervention, and patient and family education while progressively developing independence as a licensed speech-language pathology provider. Working closely with a supervising Speech-Language Pathologist and interdisciplinary care team, the Clinical practices within established clinical guidelines and contributes to safe, high-quality, and compassionate patient care. Through accurate documentation, effective coordination, and adherence to regulatory and professional standards, this position helps ensure continuity of care and positive patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform consultation, assessment, and differential diagnosis for patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized habilitative and rehabilitative treatment plans that address functional communication needs and safe swallowing practices.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, care plans, and patient/family education accurately in the electronic medical record to support care continuity and regulatory compliance.
• Provide education and counseling to patients, families, and caregivers regarding communication strategies, treatment expectations, and home programming.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care, timely referrals, and alignment of therapy interventions with overall patient goals.
• Participate in departmental meetings, quality initiatives, and ongoing professional development to maintain best-practice standards.