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Speech Language Pathologist-SLP
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$81,282 / year median in Indiana
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities Speech Therapist Responsibilities:
- Review available patient information and evaluate the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process.
- Conducts and documents a thorough functional assessment of the patient utilizing standardized procedures.
- Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on patient needs and containing achievable functional goals.
- Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process.
- Completes documentation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and applicable standards and administrative and clinical requirements.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
- Master of Science degree in Speech/Language Pathology.
- Current license/certification in the state of practice.
- Must meet the educational requirements for certification and be in the process of accumulating the supervised experience or meet the education and experience requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech-language pathology granted by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
- Demonstrates competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in Speech Therapy to the patient population served by this facility.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Adequate computer skills in order to complete required job duties and computerized documentation.
- Demonstrate ability to assess patient needs and develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care.
- Requires creativity as well as the ability to work independently.