Henry Community Health
Speech Language Pathologist
Henry Community Health, New Castle, Indiana, United States, 47362
Overview
Works independently in performing various speech and language activities. Reports to Director of Rehab Services for administrative support. Provides appropriate therapy by assessing patient needs, planning care, providing educational support, and evaluating care given.
Responsibilities
Completes thorough and accurate patient assessments utilizing speech and language skills and interviewing techniques. Develops and coordinates treatment protocols/programs for patients referred to speech and language service. Plans appropriate therapy interventions based on assessed needs. Evaluates care given for effectiveness and appropriateness. Adapts treatment protocols as needed. Consults with physicians regarding any change in patient condition on treatment program. Includes patient and family/caregiver in care, and educates caregiver on proper techniques in caring for the patient. Supervises, evaluates, and coordinates patient care activities as they relate to speech and language pathology services. Provides feedback to department Director on patient care matters.
Qualifications
Minimum Knowledge: Requires completion of clinical fellowship year as well as certification of clinical competency and licensure with the State of Indiana. Holds a master's degree or equivalent from an approved college or university in Speech and Language Pathology.
Minimum Experience: Preferred 1-2 years of job-related experience.
The above statements are intended to describe the functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list.
Works independently in performing various speech and language activities. Reports to Director of Rehab Services for administrative support. Provides appropriate therapy by assessing patient needs, planning care, providing educational support, and evaluating care given.
Responsibilities
Completes thorough and accurate patient assessments utilizing speech and language skills and interviewing techniques. Develops and coordinates treatment protocols/programs for patients referred to speech and language service. Plans appropriate therapy interventions based on assessed needs. Evaluates care given for effectiveness and appropriateness. Adapts treatment protocols as needed. Consults with physicians regarding any change in patient condition on treatment program. Includes patient and family/caregiver in care, and educates caregiver on proper techniques in caring for the patient. Supervises, evaluates, and coordinates patient care activities as they relate to speech and language pathology services. Provides feedback to department Director on patient care matters.
Qualifications
Minimum Knowledge: Requires completion of clinical fellowship year as well as certification of clinical competency and licensure with the State of Indiana. Holds a master's degree or equivalent from an approved college or university in Speech and Language Pathology.
Minimum Experience: Preferred 1-2 years of job-related experience.
The above statements are intended to describe the functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list.