Speech-Language Pathologist (1)

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Job Summary: A professional to provide high-quality speech-language pathology services, rehabilitating swallowing and communication functions, and promoting effective patient interaction. Key Highlights: 1. Opportunity for first experience in the field of speech-language pathology. 2. Clinical practice in swallowing and communication rehabilitation in a hospital setting. 3. Participation in an interdisciplinary team for case discussions. Description: Mandatory: * Completed undergraduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology. * Knowledge of the stomatognathic system and specific speech-language pathology diagnoses related to dysphagia. * Opportunity for first experience in the field. Desirable: * Computer skills: Basic Microsoft Office suite. * Knowledge of tracheostomized patients. * Six months of experience in the role. Work Location: Professor Carvalho Luz Hospital, Nazaré * Provide high-quality speech-language pathology services aimed at rehabilitating swallowing and/or communication, preventing and managing complications related to hospitalization that fall within the scope of speech-language pathology practice, as well as generating scientific knowledge in this area. * Address communication aspects, including oral language comprehension and expression, as well as alternative communication methods, promoting effective interaction between patients, their families, and the hospital team. * Evaluate readiness for weaning from nasoenteral tube feeding and initiation of oral feeding. * Participate in interdisciplinary team discussions. * Rehabilitate patients diagnosed with dysphagia, dysphonia, aphasia, dysarthria, orofacial myofunctional disorders, and other conditions affecting swallowing and communication. * Perform other related duties as required or at the discretion of the supervisor. 251114020246974679