Flex Speech Language Pathologist

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: JOB SUMMARY The primary duties of the Speech Therapist are to test and measure those patients with speech, language, cognitive, hearing, and/or swallowing impairments. As prescribed by a referring physician, the ST evaluates, establishes a treatment plan, and treats the patients. The ST is mindful of the diagnosis and considers all precautions, indications and contraindications of care. PERFORMANCE DUTIES: Provide effective, outcome related patient care demonstrated through patient/customer satisfaction and goal accomplishment. Practices understanding and compliance with all legal, regulatory and reimbursement criteria. Documentation must be concise, objective, and legible. Content should meet all reimbursement criteria and accreditation standards. Able to identify patient barriers to learning and is able to incorporate appropriate teaching methodology to ensure patient/family understanding. Demonstrates a commitment to professional growth and maintaining current day treatment skills. Able to effectively organize responsibilities so that maximal patient contacts and efficiency are achieved. Communicates effectively and in a t...