Speech Language Pathologist

• The therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients referred to the facility.
• This includes patient evaluation, development and implementation of an appropriate treatment plan, delivery of treatment services, and comprehensive discharge planning.
• The therapist functions as an effective team member and contributes to the development and achievement of department and organizational goals and objectives.
• Evaluates and implements competent therapy treatment and provides regular re-assessments for the purpose of treatment modification, to maximize patients’ potential for functional independence, all in accordance with acceptable practice guidelines and department policies and procedures
• Communicates patient status (e.g., evaluation results, treatment plan, and goals) by providing timely written or verbal communication to physicians and therapy customers (e.g., patients)
• Consistently establishes and maintains effective working relations with patients and family members, internal customers, and external customers
• Ensures that patient charges and corresponding clinical documentation are in compliance with regulatory standards and department policies and procedures
• Oversees rehab technicians, therapy assistants, and students consistent with discipline practice acts and according to organization and department policies and procedures.
• Actively participates in program development, performance improvement activities, and community events sponsored by the organization

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Speech Language Pathologist, Inpatient/Outpatient, PRN