Certified by American Speech Language Hearing Association
Licensed in the state(s) where services are provided to practice as a Speech/Language Pathologist
Responsibilities
Evaluate Patients for rehabilitation services within 24 to 48 hours of physician7s orders
Develop effective treatment plans
Treat patients according to the treatment plan of care
Communicate with Physician, Clinical Managers and other health care team members, patient and/or family and facility staff any pertinent information concerning patient7s progress, problems and plans
Participate in Care Conference Meetings and Interdisciplinary Team Meetings
Participate in in-service training programs for other staff in the facility
Record evaluations, treatment notes, progress notes, provide objective input for discharge summaries and complete daily billing of services per policy and procedure
Instruct patient7s families or nursing staff in maintenance programs
Participate in discharge planning
Achieve or exceed the minimum productivity standard established by CRI
Recommend any needed equipment to the appropriate personnel which would facilitate improved delivery of clinical services
Report any problems with department equipment to appropriate personnel
Act as a clinical supervisor for affiliating Speech/Language Pathology Graduate Clinicians for area Universities and Colleges
Comply with state specific Speech Pathology Licensure Standards
Periodically work beyond usual working hours as needed for facility emergencies, meetings and holidays
Maintain an organized working environment
Consistently portray the mission, vision, core values, cornerstones and professional image of Concept Rehab, exercise good judgment in the performance of the job