Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP) - Acute Care Dysphagia
Core
Evaluate and treat adults with swallowing, speech, language, cognitive-communication, and voice disorders in an acute care setting.
Role type
Senior Speech-Language Pathologist (Dysphagia Specialist)
Builds
Individualized treatment plans and swallowing safety protocols for medically complex adult patients
Domain
Healthcare / Acute Care / Dysphagia
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Dysphagia evaluation and treatment, Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS/VFSS), Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES), Interdisciplinary collaboration, Evidence-based practice, Patient and caregiver education, Clinical mentorship
Preferred skills
Adult acute care hospital experience, ICU and acute medical/surgical settings experience, Managing high-acuity patients independently
Technologies
MBSS/VFSS, FEES
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive dysphagia assessments and treatment plans, Conduct Modified Barium Swallow Studies and FEES, Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and dietitians, Mentor graduate students and Clinical Fellows, Document patient care per regulatory standards, Participate in Performance Improvement activities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with clinical leadership