Speech Language Pathologist
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Job Location:
Louisville, KY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Minimum $65000 Depending on Experience$5000 sign on bonus$500 yearly CEU stipendM-F some flex start/stop timesSUMMARY Directs and administers speech therapy using techniques that assist in the rehabilitation of individuals with functional disabilities of speech language voice and swallowing. Reviews medical records tests and evaluates clients/consumers develops treatment plans and administers therapy. Provides effective evaluations documentation and communication of medical information. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below: Assesses speech and language skills development articulation ability and voice and fluency disorders of patients assigned. Reviews medical history performs evaluation and determines patient therapy needs. Develops implements and evaluates individualized patient therapy plans. Coordinates therapy modifications to the clients plan of care with the Director of Clinical Services and clients physician. Identifies and develops intervention strategies. Routinely reviews pertinent client medical data to determine the effectiveness of therapy services in reaching maximum rehabilitation potential. Instructs clients family members and primary caregivers as needed to insure the maintenance of or acquisition of optimal functioning level for each client. Insures effective coordination of client home care services through timely completion of required documentation and transfer of pertinent medical data to the clients physician Director of Clinical Services and other caregivers. Reviews and documents comprehensive evaluation reports to summarize tests utilized results of test(s) and diagnosis of speech/hearing disorders. Reports and records assessments evaluations therapy interventions and patient changes according to physician orders and the Mentor Networks policies. Investigates and takes appropriates actions on client or employee concerns and or complaints. Maintains appropriate HIPPA compliance and a safe patient environment. Performs other related duties and activities as RESPONSIBILITIES None Required Minimum Knowledge and Skills required by the Job The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or abilities required to perform the job: Education and Experience: Masters Degree in Speech Therapy or Speech/Language Pathology One years experience as a Speech Therapist Certificates Licenses and Registrations: Current state licensure/certification as a Speech TherapistOther Skills and Abilities: N/AOther Requirements: Travel as neededPhysical Requirements: Medium Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move WITH DISABILITY STATEMENT External and internal applicants as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with assistance of a reasonable accommodations to be determined on a case by case basis.
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