Speech Therapist

Evaluates and treats patients requiring speech-language therapy.

• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
• Educates and counsels patient and family regarding treatment plans.
• Maintains clinical records and follows performance improvement recommendations.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from speech therapy services. Provides information regarding appropriate support programs.
• Incorporates clinical trends and make adjustments and recommendations to ensure cost-effective delivery of care and services.
• Documents change of status in patient condition or physician orders. Identifies contraindications for providing skilled therapy services. Demonstrates knowledge of lab values, diagnostic tests, FIM scale/PAI scoring and the impact on the patient. Seeks consultation for solutions to unusual situations or diagnoses.
• Identifies and maintains required knowledge skill sets and equipment use (including: pulse oximeter, speaking valves, trachs, ventilator monitoring, videoswallow chair, DVD equipment, thickening agents, computer, wheelchairs, gait belts, patient beds and call systems) to deliver quality patient care.
• Serves as a preceptor/mentor for students and staff, as appropriate.
• Minimum Requirements
• Education: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Certifications: BLS. Valid state license, AZ Dept. of Health Services / Division of Licensing Services. Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) until completion of requirements
• Preferred Requirements
• Certifications: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence with completion of CFY. Specialty areas.

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