Registered Speech Pathologist

Company: Heartland Health
Location: Albany
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Details

• Registered Speech Pathologist
• Department: Speech Therapy - Albany
• PRN Status
• Day Shift

Summary

• This position works under the supervision of the Director. Evaluates and develops plan of care and treats patients with communication or swallowing deficits. Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for the rehabilitation of patients, as directed by a physician, using approved treatment procedures. Provides patient/family education. Participates in family conferences. Is responsible for all necessary documentation as required by accepted medical guidelines. This position is employed by Mosaic Health System.

Duties

• Evaluates patients.
• Establishes goals that maximize the patient's recovery.
• Plans a treatment program, using appropriate treatment procedures that will best accomplish the established goals.
• Treats patient's deficits consistent with approved treatment procedures.
• Documents treatment procedures and the patient's response to them on a regular basis.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Master of Science degree program accredited in Speech Pathology.
• Licensed in Missouri, completion or in process of completion of certificate of clinical competency. Heartsaver certification required.

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