The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) play a crucial role in assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders across all age groups. Here are their key responsibilities:

• Assessment: SLPs evaluate individuals with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders. They use standardized tests, informal assessments, and clinical observations to identify areas of difficulty.

• Diagnosis: Based on assessments, SLPs diagnose communication and swallowing disorders and create personalized treatment plans.

• Treatment: SLPs provide therapy to address speech production, language comprehension, cognitive-communication skills, voice quality, and fluency. They also work with individuals who have swallowing difficulties.

• Intervention: SLPs offer strategies to overcome communication barriers and achieve goals, working one-on-one or in group settings.

• Counseling and Education: SLPs educate individuals and families about communication and swallowing disorders, coping strategies, and progress.

• Collaboration: They work closely with other healthcare professionals, educators, and caregivers to ensure comprehensive care.

Please review additional details regarding the position below:

• Location: Sulphur Springs USD

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time (40 hours per week)

• Population: Elementary

• Experience: Preferred

• Credential: Required

  Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.