Therapist-Speech

Therapist-Speech I

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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.

• 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 a plan of care.
• Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
• Evaluates effectiveness of the 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.
• Completes assigned goals.

Minimum

Required:

SLP-CCC; BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; SLP

Entry level

Other

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care