Summary:
As a member of the health care team, evaluates and treats patients with cognitive, communication and swallowing deficits within the scope of a licensed Speech/Language Pathologist. Collaborates with other hospital personnel to ensure quality care for the patient. Supervises the activities of Therapy Technicians, Speech/Language Pathology Clinical Fellows, and Speech/Language Pathology Students.
Responsibilities:
Gathers pertinent data from chart and other care givers, discusses with physician as necessaryIndependently assess all patient types assignedDemonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgment in decisionInterprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic and attainable goalsReassess patient progress regularly per department policy, or when need arisesIdentifies appropriate equipment, discusses with patient and family and makes ...