The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for the implementation of speech/language pathology services.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**

+ Performs assessment(s) of patient’s communication, oral-motor integrity, cognitive status, memory and problem-solving abilities, hearing and speech fluency and quality
+ Assesses home environment (as appropriate) and identifies equipment needs relative to speech/language function
+ Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of care in coordination with the physician to address speech, language, hearing and other functional disorders
+ Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic techniques and/or equipment
+ Instructs patient, caregiver, and other members of the health team regarding their roles in speech therapy
+ Recommends communication devices/aids as indicated
+ Recommends hearing tests by audiologist as necessary
+ Prepares and submits clinical progr...