Speech Therapist Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

The Speech Therapist evaluates and executes appropriate treatment for patients within spectrum of care with emphasis on quality of care, continuity of services, and cost-effectiveness. Provides medically prescribed speech and language therapy and establishes a plan of care for patients.

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Requirements & Skills 1

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Speech-Language Pathology license.
Master's Degree in Speech Pathology.
No experience required
Intermediate computer skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organization, decision-making, and problem solving skills
- Certification AddendumTeam members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g.DNV, CARF or others)

Job summary 2

Under the written referral of a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, dentist, osteopath, and in concert with other members of the hospital staff, the Speech Therapist is responsible for the provision and direction of patient care services including evaluation, treatment, counseling, and education to inpatients and outpatients in the rehabilitation setting. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served; demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to age and cultural specific needs and to provide care needed in accordance with professional standard of practice.

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Job summary 3

The Speech Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of speech and language disorders according to accepted standards of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA).

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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Manages scheduling of own patient load and other tasks to allow smooth work flow and effective patient care. Including special projects and miscellaneous duties as needed to promote the smooth work flow of the department.
Assists physician in assessment of patient with speech and language disorders and swallowing related disorders. Participates in the development of the plan of treatment, revising as necessary.Performs speech therapy techniques in conducting speech and language development and retraining procedures.
Practices appropriate safety measures in assisting patients with the performance of job related duties/activities. Follows necessary and pertinent safety precautions during the performance of job duties to prevent injury to self, patients, and/or others and to prevent damages to hospital equipment/property.Has experienced no avoidable accidents and has not contributed to any in the past 12 months.
- Ensures that problems/concerns regarding activities in the Department are communicated with appropriate personnel. Utilizes lines of accountability appropriately when errors in own or other's work are identified. Maintains professional level of conduct in the Department at all times.
- Skillfully provides effective and safe patient treatment in accordance with treatment plan and departmental procedures, as evidenced by competency evaluations.
- Teaches, demonstrates and instructs the patient, family and staff personnel in speech therapy principles to assure the continuation and carry over of speech therapy goals. Assists physician and patient in evaluating progress and goals.

Requirements & Skills 3

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college or university with state licensure in Speech-Language Pathology
Registration approval by State Committee of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology and p revious experience in a hospital environment is required

Job summary 4

The Speech Therapist diagnoses and treats speech and language problems, and engages in scientific study of human communication. Evaluates speech and language skills as related to educational, medical, social, and psychological factors. Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication problems of organic and nonorganic etiology. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Performs a variety of tasks.
- May lead and direct the work of others.
- A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
- Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department.

Requirements & Skills 4

Master's degree in speech-language pathology and may require a certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology (CCC).
- Also expected to meet certain state licensing requirements.
- Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Prefer experience with assessment and treatment of inpatient acute problems both with speech and swallowing; also pediatric experience.

Job summary 5

Under supervision, a Speech Therapist provides diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Evaluates and treats communication and swallowing disorders for both adult and pediatric populations.
Administers diagnostic tests and implements individualized treatments.
Advises physician and patient of disorders and develops treatment schedule.
- Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Implements and maintains department policies and procedures.
- Identifies opportunities for new or enhanced services or levels of patient care.

Requirements & Skills 5

Completion of a Speech Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) Internship required by date of hire.
Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology by date of hire.
Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by the American Speech Language Hearing Association by date of hire.
Current license required by employment start date.
Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain an NPI prior to the employment start date.
- Obtain BLS prior to employment start date.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Job summary 6

The Speech Therapist is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing structured treatment of patients. Provides group and/or individual programs to a variety of diagnoses and presenting symptoms.

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Requirements & Skills 6

Completion of an accredited school of Speech Pathology.
Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology or licensed Speech Therapist, from an accredited school of Speech Pathology or equivalent.
Current license and certificate of Clinical Competence.
- Attention to detail.
- Minimum of one clinical rotation in a Rehabilitation Services setting (e.g., Acute Rehab, SNF, Acute Medical, Outpatient, Home Health).
- Valid drivers license and proof of auto liability insurance (HomeCare).

Job summary 7

The Speech Therapist performs evaluations and establishes plans of care, according to their discipline. They document clinical measurements and outcomes. They provide direct patient care in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

With Physician orders, provides clinical evaluation of patients with subsequent treatment plan development.
Provides quality patient treatment to help patient reach their highest practible level of function.
Provides oversight, communication and collaboration to the therapy assistant.
Maintains current documentation and attests to correct billing.
Is familiar with and follows the Incite Policy & Procedure Manual and the Incite Employee Handbook.
Is familiar with the Incite Corporate Compliance Program
- Is clinically competent with all therapy procedures provided.
- Participates in Quality Assurance as assigned.
- Is an active member of the facility interdisciplinary team.

Requirements & Skills 7

Graduate of an accredited therapy program
Current license from the state of practice
Current TB skin test

Job summary 8

The Speech Therapist will be responsible for the analysis and the use of purposeful activity with individuals who are limited by development and disorders of speech, voice, swallowing and related language and hearing disorders to prevent or modify the disorders or to assist individuals in cognition-language and communication skills. The practice of speech-language pathology encompasses evaluation, treatment, consultation and education of patients as well as caregivers.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Assumes responsibility for clinical competency and professional development.
Performs a comprehensive evaluation and develops a Plan of Care.
- Implements the Plan of Care.
- Completes effective, professional and timely documentation.
- Educates patients, families, caregivers and team members.

Requirements & Skills 8

Graduate of an accredited program with a Masters degree in Speech/Language or Communication Disorders. Certificate of Clinical Competency by the American Speech-Language Association or equivalent course work to meet these standards.
- Current State license.
- One-year experience preferred.
- BLS certification Required.

Job summary 9

Under general supervision, the Speech Therapist is responsible for providing speech, language and dysphagia services to patients which includes; evaluations, planning individual patient care programs, treatments, and home programs.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Consistently uses an outward mindset and puts forth exemplary effort in accomplishing his/her goals and objectives in a manner that helps others to achieve their goals and objectives.
Performs patient evaluations and administers treatment for speech language and swallowing disorders.
Designs and revises plans of care and goals
Provides written and/or verbal reports to physicians.
Completes documentation according to unit standards and regulatory requirements.
Participates in in-service education programs.
- Keeps abreast of current trends and developments in speech and swallowing disorders.
- Participates in related activities such as patient care committees, case conferences, personnel orientation, community education projects and in-service education.
- Attends staff meetings.

Requirements & Skills 9

Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology.
Clinical Fellow status or Certificate of Clinical Competence or Current license or eligible for licensure to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist.
Able to obtain BLS certification by time of hire.

Job summary 10

We are looking for a Speech Therapist.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Evaluates patients to develop and implement treatment and discharge plans.
Monitors patient progress, and modify goals based on results achieved.
Documents patient services rendered.
- Oversees work of aides and other staff who assist with rehabilitative services.
- Communicates plans, goals, and results to family members and otherpatient representatives.
- Coordinates review and revision of rehabilitative services upon evaluation by the Interdisciplinary Team.

Requirements & Skills 10

Master's Degree in Speech Pathology
- 1 year of experience in rehabilitative therapy
- Current American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) certification or actively working towards acquisition during clinical fellow year
- Clinical Fellows encouraged to apply

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