Assisted Technology Speech Language Pathologist

This position is for a full time speech therapist to provide patient care in the Assistive Technology department including evaluating patients for potential use of assistive technology for communication to improve their independence and function. This includes feature matching, developing communication systems, pursuing funding for the communication systems, trials, and training. This in a consultative model that focuses primarily on evaluation and training.

Minimum Education
Master's Degree Speech-Language Pathology from an American Speech- Language-Hearing Association accredited institution. (Required)

Required Licenses and Certifications
Current District of Columbia and/or Maryland licensure of ST or eligibility (Required)
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (Required)
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (Required)
RESNA, ATP Certification. (Preferred)

Job Functions

• Performs evaluations with a team of therapists to determine if assistive technology may improve function - including communication, computer access, access to play, ECUs, and mobility

• Discusses evaluation results with patient/caregiver and appropriate healthcare team members and responds to questions appropriately.

• Identifies signs and symptoms that substantially impact treatments and outcomes and takes appropriate action.

• Refers patient to appropriate practitioner if the diagnosis is outside scope of expertise

• Completes patient charges accurately and timely.

• Follows established documentation policies and guidelines.

• Alert to payer limitations and makes appropriate adjustments to plan of care.

• Oversees students, clinical fellows and volunteers as assigned.

• Appropriately delegates assignments and provides appropriate supervision.

• Assists with orientation, training, and competency assessment activities of students, volunteers, support personnel and peers, as requested.

• Productivity at manager's discretion, averaging 75% for OPED clinic therapists and 50% for Assistive Technology therapist

• Acts as a liaison with other departments within the organization. Is responsive to needs, follows up when appropriate, and updates and informs Supervisor as appropriate.

• Assists supervisor in the development and/or revision of policies and procedures, as requested.

• Be familiar with all policies and procedures of the Hospital and the Department of Rehabilitation Services.

• Ensures timely and cooperative inter- and intra-departmental relationships and communications throughout the hospital and the system and with individuals external to the hospital and system.

• Maintains skills, licensure, regulatory requirements and credentials needed to perform assigned duties.

• Other job duties: May perform other duties in addition to those outlined in this job description.