Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$76000 - $85000 per year |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Shreveport, Louisiana |
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Job Description
Job Description
The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, feeding, and swallowing disorders for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations in an outpatient clinical setting. Services are delivered using evidence-based practices to improve functional communication, swallowing safety, and quality of life across environments.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and feeding/swallowing disorders for patients of all ages.
- Develop individualized, measurable treatment plans based on evaluation findings and patient-centered goals.
- Provide skilled therapeutic intervention for:
- Articulation and phonological disorders.
- Receptive and expressive language disorders.
- Pragmatic and social communication disorders.
- Cognitive-linguistic deficits.
- Voice disorders.
- Feeding and swallowing disorders (pediatric and adult dysphagia).
- Orofacial myofunctional disorders, when applicable.
- Implement evidence-based therapy techniques and adjust treatment based on patient progress.
- Provide caregiver and family education to promote carryover of skills into home and community environments.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals including physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, counselors, dentists/orthodontists, and educators as appropriate.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and insurance-compliant documentation including evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries.
- Participate in care coordination and case management as needed.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized treatment environment.
- Participate in team meetings, professional development, and continuing education.
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Current Louisiana Speech-Language Pathology license.
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred (CFY candidates may apply).
- Experience or interest in feeding/swallowing, voice, and pediatric therapy preferred.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices across the lifespan.
- Strong clinical documentation and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Work Environment:
- Outpatient clinical setting serving pediatric through geriatric populations.
- Fast-paced, collaborative, patient-centered environment.
- Opportunity to work with a diverse caseload across multiple disorder areas.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, and move throughout the therapy day.
- Ability to assist patients with positioning during feeding/swallowing therapy when necessary.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Benefits (if applicable):
- Competitive salary
- Continuing education support
- Flexible scheduling
- Professional growth opportunities
Mission:
To provide high-quality, evidence-based speech therapy services that improve communication, swallowing safety, and quality of life for individuals of all ages.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract with pay rate dependent on experience .
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Master's (Required)
Work Location: In person
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