Speech-Language Pathologist

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Our client is seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join their team in a geriatric care setting. The ideal candidate will assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, and cognitive disorders in elderly patients to improve their quality of life and daily functioning.

Speech-Language Pathologist Responsibilities & Requirements

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in elderly patients.
• Provide therapeutic interventions, including speech therapy exercises, cognitive training, and dysphagia (swallowing) therapy.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare providers, including physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and nurses, to ensure holistic patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, progress notes, and treatment plans.

Speech-Language Pathologist Qualifications:

• Valid Speech-Language Pathology license in the state of New Jersey.
• Experience working with geriatric populations, particularly in addressing speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, is preferred.
• Strong understanding of age-related speech and language disorders, dementia, cognitive impairments, and dysphagia.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with elderly patients and their families.

Speech-Language Pathologist Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package (including medical, dental, vision with company contribution)
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• 401(k) plus company match

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JOB ID: 150866

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Todd Roth

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