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POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program Valid license to practice in appropriate State

Effective written and verbal communication skills Effective leadership and customer relationship skills

Ability to exercise mature judgment with initiative in analyzing and solving problems

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

At least 20% of time must be used for the following functions:

1. Assigning patient care activities to professional and non-professional personnel.

2. Supervising and evaluating work performance.

3. Interpreting responsibilities and SNF policies to therapy personnel.

4. Assures the execution of doctor’s orders.

5. Oversees the maintenance of the therapy records (medical, personnel, accounting, billing, etc.)

6. Assures the availability of supplies and equipment.

PRIMARY THERAPY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Evaluates and treats communication disorders, including motor speech disorders, language disorders, cognitive language deficits and voice disorders.

2. Provides direct patient services to improve the cognitive, communicative and or swallowing abilities of neurological impaired persons.

3. Evaluates, treats and provides case management for dysphagic patients.

4. Provides documentation to maintain quality of the medical records, as it relates to reimbursement guidelines, accuracy of billing information and facility requirements.

5. Develops and implements treatment plans that focus on functional and measurable outcomes and adheres to professional standards of practice.

6. Follows administrative policies and procedures related to emergency procedures, infection control and safety.

7. Coordinates and or participates in training programs for facility staff, residents, families and rehabilitation staff.

8. Initiates new program development with focus on functional outcomes to improve the quality of life of the people residing in the facility.

9. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities.

10. Performs other related duties as required.