Summary:

As a member of the health care team, evaluates and treats patients with cognitive, communication and swallowing deficits within the scope of a licensed Speech/Language Pathologist. Collaborates with other hospital personnel to ensure quality care for the patient. Supervises the activities of Therapy Technicians, Speech/Language Pathology Clinical Fellows, and Speech/Language Pathology Students.

Responsibilities:

• Gathers pertinent data from chart and other care givers, discusses with physician as necessary
• Independently assess all patient types assigned
• Demonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgment in decision
• Interprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic and attainable goals
• Reassess patient progress regularly per department policy, or when need arises
• Identifies appropriat...