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Job Summary
Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Adheres to the ASHA Code of Ethics. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned.Responsibilities
- Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
- Communicates results of the evaluation to patient and other caregivers.
- Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
- Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
- Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care and reassesses patient's functional status as needed.
- Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
- Contributes to the development of staff and students.
- Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
- Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Education
Minimum Required
- Graduate of an accredited SLP Program.
Preferred/Desired
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Minimum Required
- Basic computer literacy skills such as keyboarding, using a mouse, and navigating sites.
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
- SLP-CCC
Minimum Required
- SLP;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
Preferred/Desired
