Job Description
A speech-language pathologist (SLP), also called a speech therapist, diagnoses and treats people with communication, voice, and swallowing disorders
valuate patients: Assess speech, language, cognitive communication, and swallowing difficulties.Create care plans: Design custom treatment goals for each patient’s specific needs.Provide therapy: Teach clients how to improve voice quality, articulation, fluency, and vocabulary.Treat swallowing issues: Help patients strengthen swallowing and feeding muscles.Counsel families: Educate patients and caregivers on coping strategies and home exercises.