Speech Therapist

* Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral.

If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay.


* Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.


* Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.


* Supervise Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act.


* Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.


* Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.


* Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.


* Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Speech and Language Pathologist in the Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.


* Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.


* Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.


* Participate in discharge planning.


* Act as a clinical preceptor for affiliating CFY/RFP Speech-Language Pathologist and student programs.


* Comply with the Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Bureau State Practice Act and the facility policy and procedures.


* Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.