POSITION TITLE: Speech-Language Pathologist
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Rehabilitation Services
DATE: 06/30/14
JOB SUMMARY:
Speech-Language Pathologists assume responsibility and accountability
for a designated group of inpatients and outpatients. Speech-Language
Pathologists provide speech therapy evaluations, modalities, and
treatments in accordance with the Missouri practice act and established
hospital and departmental policies and procedures to promote or restore
the patients’ highest functional status while providing quality patient care.
Speech-Language Pathologists provide speech therapy interventions and
patient/family education, and work cooperatively with other patient care
providers using interdisciplinary teamwork.
Speech-Language Pathologists participate in performance improvement
programs and development activities, provide input in budgetary planning
processes, contribute to cost-effectiveness of services provided by the
department, communicate observations and suggestions related to
opportunities for improvement, and maintain positive relations with all
customers.
Speech-Language Pathologists participate in department cleaning,
organizing, and monitoring equipment safety/status, and assist the unit
secretary as needed and as appropriate.
Speech-Language Pathologists may be assigned to orient staff and
students. Speech-Language Pathologists may also assist in WMMC
support groups as appropriate.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Generally pleasant environment consisting of outpatient gym areas
(including pool area) and appropriate inpatient areas as needed to treat
inpatients. Subject to frequent interruptions, and manageable patient
caseload.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
 Valid registration and licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the
Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts with a minimum of a
M.S. or M.A. degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited
ASHA certified school.
 Speech-Language Pathologists must be working towards of have earned
their Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American SpeechLanguage-Hearing Association.
 The speech language pathologist is to be knowledgeable regarding growth
and development and assessing the physical and psychological needs of
patients of all ages as allowed by the Missouri State Practice Act for
Speech-Language Pathologists.
RELATIONSHIPS:
 Reports directly to the Director of Rehabilitation Services
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequency Scale: 1 = Rarely/Never; 2 = Occasionally; 3 = Frequently and 4 = Consistently
Activity
Climbing
1
2
3
4
x
Activity
1
2
3 4
Activity
1
Talking
x
Lifting
- Normal
Conversations
x
- Over 50#
x
- Over 25#
x
2 3 4
x
Hand-Eye
Coordination
Kneeling
x
- Loud
Commands or
Public
Speaking
Pulling
x
Hearing
x
- Under 25#
x
Pushing
x
- Normal
Conversations
x
Memory
x
Reaching
x
- Other
Sounds or
Auditory
Alarms
- Short term
x
x
Standing
Sitting
x
x
x
x
x
Vision
x
- Long Term
- Acuity, Near
x
Analytical
Thinking
x
Stooping
- Acuity, Far
x
x
Attention to
Detail
Concentration
x
Walking
x
- Color Vision
Range of
Motion
x
Use of
Hands
x
Decision
Making
- Arms
x
- General
Manual
Dexterity
x
Reading
x
- Keyboard
Skills or
Typing
x
Writing
x
- Shoulders
x
x
x
x
AGE CATEGORIES OF INDIVIDUALS SERVED:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate
care to the following patient population:
__x_Neonatal (1-30 days)
__x_Infants (30 days-1 year) __x_Geriatric
__x_Adolescent (13-18 years)
__x_Adult (19-70 years)
(70+ yrs)
____No patient contact
__x_Children (1-12 years)
CORE DEPARTMENTAL COMPETENCIES:
 Supports the Medical Center’s Mission/Vision/Philosophy positively.
 Appropriately handles telephone and e-mail communications.
 Maintains an effective rapport with all customers.
 Assists co-workers as needed/requested.
 Handles inquiries from employees/public as needed.
 Maintains all Medical Center licensure and certifications.
 Screens patients for therapy treatments as needed/requested.
 Possesses a working knowledge of department policies.
 Covers/assists with the front desk duties as needed and as available.
 This is not necessarily an inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, tasks,
requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While
this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job,
management reserves the right to modify essential functions of the job or
to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances
change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or
technical developments).
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