Speech Therapist Job Description
Speech therapist
provides quality patient treatment in an acute care setting that is individualized and consistent with the results of evaluations and plan of care.
Speech Therapist Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Plan, organize, develop and direct Speech Language Pathology Services in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and as may be defined by the Rehabilitation Clinical Manager, to assure that the highest degree of quality patient care can be maintained at all times
Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency, , attending in-services, as required by regulation
Works with the Therapy Services Director/Lead Therapist r to ensure the supply of appropriate resources to support the programs, services, organizational structure and staffing levels necessary for quality rehabilitation services
In accordance with physician request, provide initial evaluation and recommend appropriate treatment plan
Partner with fellow care providers to provide therapy for the recovery or improvement of patient’s speech or swallowing function
Provide education to patient and family regarding the therapy and maintenance of the speech or swallowing disorder
Evaluation & Development.Perform a complete initial evaluation on patients
Documentation & Communication
Ensures quality and safe delivery of speech therapy service
Accurately and completely documents referral information in a timely manner
Speech Therapist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Speech Therapist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPR, ASHA, BLS, HCP
Education for Speech Therapist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the speech therapist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Master's and Collage Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Science, Speech, Education, Therapy, Speech Pathology, Pathology, Communication, Graduate, Medical
Skills for Speech Therapist
Desired skills for speech therapist include:
Regulations
Practices and procedures the laws
Guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Federal
Local requirements
State
Principles
Areas of patient treatment
Working with an automated information systems in a healthcare setting
Rehab/criteria
Desired experience for speech therapist includes:
Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college/university
One year experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting preferred
One year experience as a speech therapist preferred
Practices according to the Code of Ethics of the American Speech/Language/Hearing Association and fulfills legal requirements pertaining to the practice of speech-language therapy
Performs and records initial evaluations and interprets based on the results of the evaluation
Establishes and records a plan of care for the individual based on the results of the evaluation
Speech Therapist Examples
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Speech Therapist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a speech therapist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for speech therapist
- Performs a comprehensive assessment of patient condition as required
- Provides quality patient treatment according to speech and language pathology standards of care
- Uses individual speech and language pathology plans of care to reflect current resident/client needs and includes outcome expectations
- Shares information regarding the patient/client's plan of care with home health care staff members, patients and patient's families in a timely manner and provides training to caregivers as appropriate
- Involves patient and family members in developing the plan of care when appropriate and possible
- Performs comprehensive case management when appropriate
- Participates in care conferences as appropriate
- Reports significant change in patient condition or patient status updates to the physician and others participating in the delivery of care
- Implements speech and language pathology interventions to meet patient needs and changing conditions
- Ensures physician orders are accurately transcribed, implemented and evaluated for patient outcome in a timely manner
Qualifications for speech therapist
- Regularly re-evaluates the patient and modifies the plan of care as indicated
- Provides for continuity of care by recording on an ongoing basis, treatment rendered, progress and change in status relative to the plan of care
- Makes recommendations and assists patients in receiving hearing aids and/or assistive listening devices needed to maximize patient function
- Works cooperatively with each member of the health care team
- May be required to perform other assignments from time to time as requested by Leader of Rehabilitative Services
- Experience in Acute hospital, rehab and outpatient is preferred
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Speech Therapist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a speech therapist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for speech therapist
- Routinely incorporates patient and family education into patient care
- Identifies patient, patient family and community education needs
- Ensures infection control and safety measures are implemented per policy for patients and communicated to appropriate caregivers and family members in a timely manner
- Utilize skills in patient/client evaluation and treatment, professional consultations to achieve maximum patient/client independence in accordance with individual‘s functional level and potential
- Communicates with Rehab Program Manager, Patient Care Manager, Clinical Coordinator and appropriate staff in order to plan total patient and family care
- Records reflect the family oriented approach
- Develop and implement treatment and discharge plans based on results, modifying as necessary to meet resident/patient goals
- Provide documentation of patient services according to departmental policies
- Assume case management and patient advocacy roles
- Develops and maintains positive relationships with residents, patients, families, physicians, and staff
Qualifications for speech therapist
- Two years’ experience in an acute care or rehabilitation setting, home health preferred
- Experience in an acute care or rehabilitation setting, home health preferred
- One year as Speech-Language Pathologist
- Certificate of Clinical Competence for Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
- Membership in American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required, Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association required for facilitie
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a speech therapist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for speech therapist
- Evaluates and documents the ability of client and caregiver to participate in care
- Conducts speech language evaluations
- Implements speech therapy
- Participates in treatment teams
- Maintains knowledge of theories and techniques in the field of communication disorders
- Performs admissions assessment and re-assessments as defined by policy
- Formulates and updates Plan of Care according to policy
- Uses physical agents and treatment techniques in accordance with policy and accepted standards of care
- Identifies the patients' education needs and develops goals and educational objectives
- Evaluates the patient's responses to care
Qualifications for speech therapist
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) preferred for facilities without an AED
- Patient & Family Centered Care - 45%
- Develop and implement patient plan of care and observe outcomes in accordance with therapy standards and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
- Enhance role performance, and increase knowledge of professional issues
- Demonstrates a commitment to the organization through ongoing participation at entity and unit based meetings
- Of Rehabilitation Services
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Speech Therapist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a speech therapist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for speech therapist
- Continues to assess changes in patient/client status and modifies care plan appropriately to meet goals
- Develops objective goals and a plan of care
- Follows patient/client care through to completion, including identifying and planning for discharge needs and recommendations for further care
- Gathers pertinent information from the medical record and by interviewing patient/client and/or appropriate family members
- Plans effectively for therapeutic intervention
- Develops clear and concise written objectives for lesson plans
- Identifies and plans for individual difference in the therapy setting
- Consults with teacher(s) to develop appropriate goals and objectives for identified
- Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA)
Qualifications for speech therapist
- Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college/
- May be required to provide care while riding in a vehicle
- Knowledge of speech therapy standards and practices normally acquired through completion of a Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology and previous work experience in a clinical or hospital setting
- One to three years of progressive speech therapy experience necessary to enhance and develop skills, with experience in provision of speech therapy in area of specialization beneficial
- Current Michigan licensure to practice speech/language pathology required
- Current Michigan licensure and an ASHA approved CCC's
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Speech Therapist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of speech therapist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for speech therapist
- Conducts speech/language evaluations and determines eligibility in accordance with the Alabama Administrative Code
- Develops and implements IEP’s
- Establishes objectives and plans learning experiences that address the specific communication needs of students
- Provides appropriate speech/language intervention to identified students and monitors student progress
- Manages caseload assignment
- Exhibits positive interpersonal skills and is able to work collaboratively
- Travels to various schools within the district
- Performs other duties as assigned by principal or the Executive Director of Special Services
- Patient Evaluation & Development
- Thoroughly evaluates the patient’s functional performance capacities, abilities and deficits in speech, language, cognitive, voice and swallowing
Qualifications for speech therapist
- Active Indiana Speech Language Pathologist license or eligibility for licensure
- Experience in an acute care or outpatient healthcare setting preferred
- Master's Degree in Communication Disorders or Speech-Language Pathology
- Arkansas License as a Speech-Language Pathologist or eligible to obtain license within 1 month from date of hire
- Ability to create and work in a cooperative teamwork environment independently
- Minimum one year experience as a Speech Pathologist working in a clinical setting with adult population, preferably rehabilitation