Speech-Language Pathologist

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for the implementation of speech/language pathology services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs assessment(s) of patient’s communication, oral-motor integrity, cognitive status, memory and problem-solving abilities, hearing and speech fluency and quality
Assesses home environment (as appropriate) and identifies equipment needs relative to speech/language function
Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of care in coordination with the physician to address speech, language, hearing and other functional disorders
Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic techniques and/or equipment
Instructs patient, caregiver, and other members of the health team regarding their roles in speech therapy
Recommends communication devices/aids as indicated
Recommends hearing tests by audiologist as necessary
Prepares and submits clinical progress summary notes based on the attainment of goals
Instructs patient, family/caregiver, and other health care personnel in the patient’s treatment regime as indicated
Performs other duties as required to facilitate the delivery of speech language pathology services
Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other services, and refers as appropriate
Complies with accepted professional standards and practices, and maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:

Meets the education and experience requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech-language pathology
Must hold a degree from an accredited school of Speech-Language Pathology
Current licensure or certification as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of assignment
One year of prior professional Speech Language Pathology experience preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice 
Participation and completion of Maxim’s Competency program when applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site 
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements  
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required  
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age