Speech Language Pathologist Fellow
Not Disclosed•InternOn-site
location_onJacksonville Road, Spring Township, Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States
About the Role
Encompass Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Fellow to join our inpatient healthcare and medical services department. In this role, you will deliver patient-centered rehabilitation services under the mentorship of experienced Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs). You will focus on assessing and treating speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders for adults recovering from illness or injury.
This position offers a nurturing and dynamic environment characterized by strong clinical support and clear pathways for career growth. As a Fellow, you will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team, collaborating closely to optimize patient outcomes. Your day-to-day will involve providing direct therapy, assisting with treatment planning, documenting progress, and educating patients, families, and caregivers on essential communication and swallowing strategies.
Hiring Process
Candidates must be in current or eligible Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellowship (CF) status. The application process involves submitting credentials to verify eligibility for state licensure and the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP), which is preferred or in progress. All selected candidates must hold a Master's degree from an accredited program and possess BLS/CPR certification.
Equal Opportunity
Encompass Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Jacksonville Road, Spring Township, Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States
Spring Township, Pennsylvania
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide evidence-based speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing interventions
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Speech And Language Assessment, Swallowing/dysphagia Evaluation, Treatment Planning And Intervention, Aac, Cognitive-Communication Rehabilitation, Clinical Documentation In Emr, Interdisciplinary Care Collaboration, Patient And Family Education, Knowledge Of Rehab Protocols, Understanding Of Cms/insurance Documentation Requirements.
Education: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
Frequently asked questions about Speech Language Pathologist Fellow at Encompass Health
What does a Speech Language Pathologist Fellow at Encompass Health do?expand_more
In this Speech Language Pathologist Fellow at Encompass Health role, you will provide evidence-based speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing interventions; conduct assessments and assist in developing individualized treatment plans and goals; document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with standards; and collaborate with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to optimize patient outcomes.
What are the requirements for this Speech Language Pathologist Fellow role?expand_more
To qualify for the Speech Language Pathologist Fellow at Encompass Health position, applicants should have: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program; Current or eligible Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellowship (CF) status; State licensure or eligibility as a Speech-Language Pathologist/CF; BLS/CPR certification; and CCC-SLP preferred or in progress.