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Speech Therapist

Specializes in diagnoses and treatments of speech and language disorders, and engages in scientific study of human communication. Diagnoses and evaluates speech and language skills as related to educational, medical, social, and psychological factors. Plans, directs, or conducts habilitative and rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication problems of organic and nonorganic etiology. Requires a four-year degree in the field of health sciences.: Provides counseling and guidance and language development therapy to disabled individuals. Reviews individual file to obtain background information prior to evaluation to determine appropriate tests and to ensure that adequate information is available. Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests. Develops and implements individualized plans for assigned clients to meet individual needs, interests, and abilities. Evaluates and monitors individuals, using audiovisual equipment. Reviews treatment plans and assesses individual performance to modify, change, or write new programs. Maintains records as required by law, establishment's policy, and administrative regulations. Attends meetings and conferences and participates in other activities to promote professional growth. Instructs individuals to monitor their own speech and provides ways to practice new skills. May act as consultant to educational, medical, and other professional groups. May conduct research to develop diagnostic and remedial techniques. May serve as consultant to classroom teachers to incorporate speech and language development activities into daily schedule. May teach manual sign language to student incapable of speaking. May instruct staff in use of special equipment designed to serve the disabled.

Speech Pathologist

Speech and Language Pathology Director

Directs speech and language pathology functions, ensuring effective delivery of clinical patient care and compliance with administrative and clinical policies and procedures. Assesses clinical needs based on customer feedback, e.g., physicians and patients, and develops programs to meet identified needs. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in an accredited program in speech language pathology and seven years of Speech/Language Pathologist experience. An advanced degree may be required.: Directs and coordinates delivery of patient care for speech therapy settings to ensure compliance with clinical patient care standards, regulatory requirements, and established policies and procedures. Plans, schedules, and organizes work for employee groups ensuring proper distribution of assignments and efficient utilization of personnel, space, and facilities. Ensures that patient care documentation is complete and accurate in accordance with policies and procedures. Determines fiscal requirements of assigned areas and prepares budgetary recommendations. Ensures that staff members complete proper documentation to appropriately process, bill, and collect payments for services. Assesses, coaches, and evaluates staff level of competence and develops programs that foster continued growth and development. Maintains required records, reports, and statistics for administrative and quality assurance purposes. Interfaces with patients, families, and physicians to ensure that care is consistent with expectations. Facilitates resolution to customer services issues. Develops clinical programs based on assessment of needs within the organization. Responsible for hiring, developing, and managing a qualified staff concerned with providing speech therapy services. Prepares, manages, and monitors the departmental budget. May participate in creating and implementing marketing plans for speech/language services. May participate in grant writing and fundraising activities.

Speech and Hearing Therapy Supervisor

Supervises a staff that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of speech and language disorders. Identifies needs in program planning and assists in program development. Provides speech and language therapy services. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in an accredited program in speech language pathology and three years of Speech/Language Pathologist experience.: Supervises and coordinates staff to ensure provision of quality speech and hearing therapy to patients. Evaluates clinical practice of speech and hearing therapy and reviews clinical records to ensure standards of care and quality of services are provided in accordance with Medicare and JCAHO. Maintains records as required by law, the establishment's policy, and administrative regulations. Attends meetings and conferences and participates in other activities to promote professional growth. Instructs individuals to monitor their own speech and provides ways to practice new skills. May act as consultant to educational, medical, and other professional groups. May conduct research to develop diagnostic and remedial techniques. May serve as consultant to classroom teachers to incorporate speech and language development activities into daily schedule. May teach manual sign language to student incapable of speaking. May instruct staff in use of special equipment designed to serve the disabled.

Speech & Language Pathologist

Medical Speech Therapist

Director Speech & Hearing Clinic

Directs and coordinates activities of personnel in hospital speech and hearing department engaged in research and in testing and treating patients according to established policies: Organizes and establishes personnel procedures, including hiring and training, counsels employees, and evaluates work performance. Confers with ADMINISTRATOR, HEALTH CARE FACILITY (medical ser.) 187.117-010 and committee members to request expenditures for equipment, supplies, and personnel. Meets with ADMINISTRATOR, HEALTH CARE FACILITY (medical ser.), department officials, and staff members to explain new techniques and procedures or to demonstrate new and innovative equipment. Plans and directs research and treatment programs to provide direction and assistance to staff members. Conducts workshops and seminars to develop staff expertise and knowledge. Analyzes data and maintains records of research and treatment programs.

Therapist Speech

Therapist Recreational

Plans, organizes, and directs medically approved recreation program for patients in hospitals and other institutions. Directs and organizes such activities as sports, dramatics, games, and arts and crafts to assist patients to develop interpersonal relationships, to socialize effectively, and to develop confidence needed to participate in group activities. Regulates content of program in accordance with patients' capabilities, needs, and interests. Instructs patients in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, concentration, and other activities, to reduce stress and tension. Instructs patients in calisthenics, stretching and limbering exercises. : Counsels and encourages patients to develop leisure activities. Organizes and coordinates special outings and accompanies patients on outings, such as ball games, sightseeing, or picnics to make patients aware of available recreational resources. Prepares progress charts and periodic reports for medical staff and other members of treatment team, reflecting patients' reactions and evidence of progress or regression. May supervise and conduct in-service training of other staff members, review their assessments and program goals, and consult with them on selected cases. May train groups of volunteers and students in techniques of recreation therapy. May serve as consultant to employers, educational institutions, and community health programs. May prepare and submit requisition for needed supplies.

Therapist Clinical

Counsels individuals or groups regarding psychological or emotional problems, such as stress, substance abuse, or family situations, using evaluative techniques, and develops and implements therapeutic treatment plans in medical setting. Consults with medical doctor or other specialists concerning treatment plans and amends plans as directed. Typically requires advanced study in field of specialty.: Discusses progress toward goals with client, such as controlling weight, stress, or substance abuse. Conducts relaxation exercises, peer counseling groups, and family counseling during clinical therapy sessions. Interviews patient to obtain information concerning medical history or other pertinent information. Observes client to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior. Selects and administers various tests, such as psychological tests, personality inventories, and intelligence quotient tests, to identify behavioral or personality traits and intelligence levels, and records results. Reviews results of tests to evaluate client needs. Plans and administers therapeutic treatment, such as behavior modification and stress management therapy, using biofeedback equipment, to assist patient in controlling disorders and other problems. Changes method and degree of therapy when indicated by client reactions. Refers client to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling. May conduct research in treatment and test validation. May develop evaluative studies of therapy and therapy outcome.

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