The staff speech-language pathologist is responsible for the evaluation of patients; development, coordination and implementation of the treatment plan; discharge planning, maintenance of informative, accurate and timely documentation and participation in team meetings. In addition to patient care the SLP staff member is responsible for basic office duties including but not limited to: answering the department telephone, taking messages, faxing forms, scheduling each patient’s appointments in required time frame, ensure appropriate depart has verify insurance benefits, update EMR and maintain the patient chart information.
All staff speech-language pathologists are required to keep current national registry and Missouri licensure, in addition to participating in continuing education and training of others.
The staff speech-language pathologist reports directly to the Director of Rehab.
Evaluate patients/residents/clients and develop treatment plans with goals measurable and functional |
Implement treatment plan. |
Complete accurate and timely documentation based on the requirement of the assigned unit/area. |
Communicate effectively and professionally with team members, patient/resident/client family members, case management/social work, physicians and co-workers. |
Participate in continuing education opportunities and provide training/learning opportunities to others. Involved with student clinical. |
Performs clerical duties in organized manner, maintains clean work space and environment and assures adequate supplies are available. |
Maintain appointment book or scheduling program for patient appointments, staff meetings |
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