Position Summary: Speech-Language Pathologist are responsible for patient evaluation and the application of a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with speech and language disorders, hearing disorders, and swallowing disorders.

Job Responsibilities:

Assessment and Plan of Care/Treatment Reviews patient history and interprets physician referral.  Evaluates patient's status and speech therapy problems and abilities using both objective and subjective techniques, according to department policy and procedures.  Develops and adjusts on an ongoing basis a treatment program based on patient/family needs, goals, strengths, age, abilities, and preferences.  Consults with physicians, other rehabilitation team members, patient and family to design a coordinated treatment plan. Performs patient treatment through the use of appropriate speech therapy interventions. Re-evaluates patient's status, and any environmental factors, to modify/terminate the treatment program as appropriate. Maintains active and supportive communication with patients and others concerned regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process. Prepares patient for discharge, through instruction of patient and family (caregivers) and written home programs as necessary.          Manages schedule to meet departmental productivity expectations using sound clinical and professional reasoning. Attends staff meetings, program meetings, and in-services. Maintains accurate, comprehensive, and professional written documentation in accordance with department policy/ location specifics.  May perform other duties as assigned 

 

Job Qualifications: 

Must have a state SLP license with the Department of Professional Regulations.  Minimum Bachelor’s Degree Must be certified with ASHA (CCC) or be eligible (CFY).  Hands-on BLS Card. Maintains confidentiality of all patient information. Adheres to policies and procedures specific to patient rights. Maintains a clean and safe environment; identifies and reports hazards. Assures patients, guest, clients, and residents safety. Meets all requirements for mandatory in-services. Adheres to policies/procedures specific to universal precautions when delivering patient care.