Speech-Language Pathologist

Description

Job Summary: The Home-Based Speech-Language Pathologist will assess, prevent, and rehabilitate swallowing and communication disorders, with a focus on dysphagia and bedridden patients, ensuring food safety and quality of life. Key Highlights: 1. Specialized home-based speech-language pathology services focusing on dysphagia and communication. 2. Development and implementation of individualized therapeutic plans. 3. Guidance for family members and caregivers on food safety. **Description:** The Home-Based Speech-Language Pathologist will conduct assessments, prevention, and rehabilitation of swallowing and communication disorders, with emphasis on dysphagia and care for bedridden patients. Responsibilities include performing home visits, determining therapeutic interventions, guiding family members, and monitoring clinical progress to ensure food safety and quality of life for patients. Responsibilities and Duties Conduct speech-language pathology assessments focused on dysphagia Assess and monitor swallowing function in bedridden patients Develop and implement individualized therapeutic plans Apply techniques for swallowing rehabilitation Provide guidance to family members and caregivers regarding food safety Monitor risk of bronchoaspiration Document visits and clinical progress in medical records Report complications to the multidisciplinary team Document visits and clinical progress in medical records Report complications to the multidisciplinary team Requirements and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology Active CREFONO registration Experience or knowledge in dysphagia and swallowing Availability for home-based services 2512250202491934693