Speech-Language Pathologist

Description

Address communication disorders by providing care for hearing, voice, oral and written language, and oral motor function impairments; guide patients on the introduction of oral feeding after intensive care; contribute to weaning from mechanical ventilation/tracheostomy to reduce time spent in intensive care; provide guidance on postural alignment, medications, food consistency, and the need for alternative feeding routes. **Responsibilities:** * Provide care and monitor treatment for patients with speech-language pathology disorders; * Develop individualized therapeutic plans and implement proposed strategies; * Maintain up-to-date patient charts and service records, and prepare reports; * Assess patients considering their needs, capabilities, and clinical condition; * Provide matrix support to caregivers through active listening, joint reflection, guidance, and monitoring of delivered services; * Perform departmental/sector-specific tasks in accordance with instructions from the immediate supervisor and institutional standards. **Requirements and Qualifications:** * Completed undergraduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology; * Completed specialization in related fields; * Active registration with the professional regulatory council; * Minimum of six (6) months of verified experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Work Location: On-site