Summary:

The Speech Pathologist is responsible for diagnosing, treating, and preventing speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients. They work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to improve patients' communication abilities and articulate fluency.

Responsibilities:
Evaluate and diagnose communication and swallowing disorders in patients
Develop treatment plans and maintain detailed records of progress and treatment outcomes
Provide individual or group therapy to patients
Train family members, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals on ways to support patients' communication development and care
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans for patients
Design and provide augmentative and alternative communication devices to patients
Assess and treat patients with voice disorders
Develop and implement programs to prevent communication and swallowing disorders
Participate in interdisciplinary clinical teams and conduct research




Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records and documentation of patient care

Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in speech-language pathology or related healthcare fields
Current license to practice as a Speech Pathologist
Ability to conduct thorough evaluations, make accurate diagnoses, and develop effective treatment plans
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with patients of all ages and diverse cultural backgrounds
Willingness to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals
Solid critical thinking, problem-solving, and multitasking skills
Registration with the relevant qualified body or association is essential.

Company Overview

Healthy Kids at Play is a paediatric, multidisciplinary allied health, early intervention and rehabilitation clinic.

📌 Speech Pathologist Werribee
🏢 Healthy Kids at Play
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