POSITION SUMMARY
Organizes and conducts Speech therapy programs in the hospital and outpatient settings to facilitate rehabilitation of the mentally or physically handicapped. Directs patient participation in selected tasks to treat speech and language problems and/or difficulty swallowing. Care is provided under the direction of the attending physician, by the speech therapist with participation by the family, nurse, or other responsible persons as indicated.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Performs Pre-Admission, Admission and on-going Assessment related to patient condition and/or plan of care.
2. In conjunction with the patient, family, and staff, a treatment plan or Interdisciplinary Treatment Plan is developed.
3. Provides direct speech therapy intervention based on the treatment plan and established priorities
4. Evaluates and documents the patient’s response to speech therapy intervention in relation to the stated goals on the treatment plan.
5. Develops and maintains effective communication with the patient, family and staff members.
Participates in continued application of standards required by all applicable accrediting bodies, ie. Medicare
Promotes the concept and image of professional speech therapy practice
Demonstrates understanding of marketing concepts and contributes to the delivery of cost effective health care.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Must have completed education and training as required by the Texas Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board. Reads, speaks and writes in English.
Required Course(s)/Training
Accredited Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology program
Required Licensure
Must be currently licensed by the Texas Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board. Must have a valid Texas drivers’ license, current auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.
Required Certification
Current CPR
Physical Demands
Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking. Frequently lifts, positions, transfers pushes and transports patients. Manual dexterity and mobility and ability to reach, bend, kneel and crouch. Must be able to drive a car 30+ miles per day, get in and out of the car.. During an evacuation, may have to assist patients on stretchers or wheelchairs.
Working Conditions
May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases, but will be expected to utilize universal precautions as delineated in the Infection Control Manual. This job is rated as a moderate risk of exposure. Occasional exposure to unpleasant elements, including heat, cold and humidity and various weather conditions. Employee will not be expected to drive through running water or on icy roads. May work with combative patients. Will be expected, as directed by supervisor, to provide services for any area in the hospital (or in patients’ homes) in which the employee demonstrates competency.
Scope
Meets the age specific needs of the following areas:
- Pediatrics
- Adolescents
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Reports To
Assigned Director of Therapies or Director, but must be able to function independently.
Work Location: In person
