Speech Language Pathologist

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients
• Document and record the patients’ condition
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must have graduated from an accredited Speech Therapist college or university
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to