Speech Pathologist, Senior

@ Encompass Health
Encompass Healthencompasshealth.com

Speech Pathologist, Senior

Etowah, TN
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Encompass Health seeks a Senior Speech Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, and complex conditions in inpatient rehab. Role includes mentoring juniors, collaborating with teams, and promoting clinical excellence.

Requirements

  • Experience with speech/language assessment
  • Ability to develop treatment plans
  • Mentoring junior clinicians
  • Strong communication skills

Qualifications

  • Relevant Speech Pathology license
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree as required
  • Experience in inpatient rehab setting
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Full job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Senior Speech Pathologist to provide advanced evaluation and treatment for patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, and other complex conditions in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. You will conduct comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing assessments; design and deliver individualized treatment plans; and educate patients and families on strategies that support recovery and safety. In this senior role, you will mentor junior clinicians, collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary rehab team, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and support a culture of clinical excellence, compassion, and continuous learning.
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