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Encompass Health·Shreveport, Louisiana
The Speech Pathologist will evaluate, develop, and administer personalized treatment plans for patients requiring speech and language rehabilitation. They are also responsible for documenting patient progress and modifying therapy as needed to ensure effective recovery.
Welcome to Encompass Health: Where Compassion Meets Speech Therapy
Are you searching for a career that aligns with your passion and brings fulfillment close to home?
At Encompass Health, we greet you like an old friend, fostering a sense of belonging right from the beginning.
Imagine the chance to make a profound difference in your community by providing essential therapy and unwavering support to patients.
Join our team as a Speech Pathologist and become a pivotal figure in assisting patients in overcoming speech and communication challenges.
You'll find a supportive environment where small victories create monumental impacts and where you'll have access to cutting-edge technology while working for the nation’s largest rehabilitation company.
If this resonates with you, you're in the perfect place to make a meaningful impact.
Whether you're beginning your career or a seasoned Speech Pathologist looking for a nurturing environment to call home, we're confident you'll feel the difference the moment you join our team. Being a part of Encompass Health means being a part of a growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in our career growth opportunities and the collaborative spirit of our team members, united for the greater good of our patients. Our recognitions, including being named one of the "World’s Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, make us immensely proud.
Benefits: That Begin With You
Embrace Your Role as a Speech Pathologist
Evaluating, assessing, developing, and administering personalized treatment plans for patients with speech and language rehabilitation needs.
Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary.
Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment.
Celebrating patient victories along the way.
Candidates must hold a current state licensure and a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology. A Master's degree is preferred, though a Bachelor's degree with relevant field experience is acceptable.
Speech Pathologist
Market context
Speech pathologist roles in Louisiana are typically driven by ongoing needs in schools and healthcare settings for evaluation, therapy, and care coordination. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a current state license or certification, SLP CCC completion, and readiness to meet onboarding requirements like CPR within 30 days; this platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and highlight any master’s-level training, clinical experience, and setting-specific skills that match the posting.