Speech Language Pathologist (SLP, Therapy, Rehab)

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program of Speech Language Pathology with a minimum of a M.S.
• Holds current Connecticut license for Speech Language Pathology.
• Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech Language and Hearing Association.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients based on departmental standard.
• Conducts and modifies evaluations based on the patient’s symptoms, level of activity, and medical status establishing individualized, appropriate, measurable goals for each patient.
• Treats patients with the appropriate and acceptable therapeutic techniques.
• Administers physical agents (modalities) and manual therapeutic technique to attain established goals.
• Utilizes effective techniques to assist in normalizing speech and language activity.
• Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or functional activities in order to maximize independent functional activity.
• Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit from treatment and recommends discharge if appropriate.
• Documents in accordance to insurance guidelines and adheres to the department’s policies and procedures.
• Serves as a liaison between departments and the referring physician regarding patient care as evidenced by observation, and chart review.
• Accurately and consistently fills out and submits charges daily.
• Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by the ASHA and the facility at all times as evidenced by observation.
• Performs all duties with proper body mechanics and safety to prevent injuries.
• Supervises at least one affiliated student per year.
• Attends a continuing education course to further/improve treatment techniques.
• Participates in at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service as evidenced by documentation of educational program.