About the position
Responsible for providing medically prescribed speech therapy in accordance with agency policies to clients in the home who have speech, language, and swallowing, and/or aural problems. Participates in developing and implementing the plan of care with goals and documentation appropriate to discipline guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Performs speech, language, swallowing and some aural evaluations, procedures, admissions, resumption of care and diagnostic tests on clients for whom these have been medically prescribed and establishes measurable goals.
- Provides direct speech service to clients under physician’s plan of care. Records and reports to the physician the client’s response to treatment.
- Maintains appropriate records on visits to clients, including evaluation and plan of care for speech clients.
- Assists in coordinating speech therapy program with other services to family.
- Demonstrates therapy for the family member or other responsible person who may assist the client with his speech, swallowing, and language rehabilitation.
- Observes and evaluates the performance of those assisting in the speech program and provides guidance as necessary to assure a high quality of service.
- Counsels the client and family members regarding the client’s speech, language, swallowing, and audiological disturbances.
- Re-evaluates the client’s progress and therapy program making changes as necessary and under the physician’s direction.
- Assists in referring clients to speech and audiology clinics and other community agencies.
- Assists through individual and group staff education programs in preparing nursing and other staff to assist clients with their speech, language, swallowing, and audiological problems.
- Participates in interdisciplinary conferences as required.
- Submits clinical documentation in a timely manner according to agency policy.
- Provides liaison contact and follow up with other community agencies.
- Notes progress towards discharge planning. Communicates with physician and other disciplines regarding discharge planning.
- Completes Oasis assessments accurately at appropriate time points.
- Maintains all education required by licensure is current. Complies with OSHA, CHAP, State and Federal Standards.
- Updates management regarding potential problems or concerns. Also responsible for consulting with clinicians or managers as needed.
- Maintains a professional image.
- Uses appropriate phone etiquette.
- Promotes a customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures client confidentiality at all times.
- Participates in accreditation program.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- MA/MS degree and graduation from an accredited school of Speech-Language Pathology required.
- Work experience of at least one year as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Possess a Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association.
- CPR certification.
- Current driver's license with access to an auto and required insurance coverage.
