The Speech Therapist evaluates, plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of speech language pathology. Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient assessment/re-assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care planning/implementation. Works with neonatal through geriatric patients with clinical competency, as applicable. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period.

 

Responsibilities

Responds to physician orders for physical therapy

Administers and interprets tests and measurements of patients

Reviews patient charts and progress prior to treatment and modifies treatment plan accordingly

Develops functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations

Develops, improves and restores cognitive skills, language comprehension, and language expression skills through comprehensive assessment and testing.

Performs related duties as required

Qualifications

Required:

Education: Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology/Communication Sciences and Disorders

Certifications:

State Licensure

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA

Preferred:

Experience: Competency in performing modified barium swallow exams