Therapist-Speech

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.

Job Responsibilities 

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Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
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Communicates results of the evaluation to patient and other caregivers.
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Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
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Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
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Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care and reassesses patient's functional status as needed.
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Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
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Contributes to the development of staff and students.
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Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
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Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
SLP-CCC; BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; SLP

Reporting Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.
Reporting Relationships


Work Environment


Sedentary
Very light energy level
Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart
Light
Moderate energy level
Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)
Medium
High energy level
Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)
Heavy
Very high energy level
Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.