FMOLHS·Baton Rouge, Louisiana
The Speech Pathologist is responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with speech, language, hearing, and oral motor disorders. They must maintain active communication with patients regarding their progress and the implementation of home programs.
Examines, tests, diagnoses and administers remedial treatments for patients with speech and hearing disorders, and evaluates patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for rehabilitation of speech, language, hearing, and oral motor disorders. The Speech and Language Pathologist maintains active and support communication with the patient regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
We serve 38,000 inpatients and 820,000 outpatients annually and are committed to building a healthy community through excellence in patient care and education. A part of FMOL Health, Our Lady of the Lake is consistently awarded for compassionate care, clinical expertise, leading edge technology and innovation.
Candidates must hold a Master's Degree and BLS Certification. They must also be a state licensed Speech Pathologist or eligible for a Clinical Fellowship year.
Market context
In Louisiana, speech pathologist openings are often driven by ongoing needs in schools, rehabilitation, and other patient-care settings, with PRN and float roles adding scheduling flexibility. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for a master’s degree, BLS certification, and either an active state license or Clinical Fellowship eligibility. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit against the original job description, then confirm your licensure status and fellowship eligibility before applying.
