Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Associates in Pediatric Therapy•Loudon, TN

About The Position

In this role, you will play an important part in helping children and their families receive the therapy services that they need in a variety of fun and exciting locations that are appealing to the patient and family! The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant is responsible for providing physician ordered treatment for patients, as well as the prevention of regression under the direction and supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist.

Requirements

Associate degree with completion of a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant program from an accredited university.
Hold an applicable and current, unrestricted license.
Passed national boards.
Thorough understanding of speech-related conditions, causes, and treatments.
Excellent communication skills: oral and written.

Nice To Haves

Passionate about providing pediatric services to patients and families using a team approach.
Self-motivating, enthusiastic, innovative, flexible, loyal, and respectful for all areas of diversity.

Responsibilities

Under physicians orders and in collaboration with supervising speech language pathologist, treat patients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
Assist with preparing detailed documentation of treatment provided, length of treatment and progress toward outcomes identified in plan of care.
Follow treatment and therapy plans recommended by speech language pathologist to suit the individual needs of a diverse population of patients including short- and long-term goals.
Prepares therapy material and/or equipment for use in therapy activities; adapts or modifies instructional materials and/or equipment as determined by patients needs and abilities.
Assist with performing screenings to detect communication disorders.
Help to educate patients, parents, and caregivers, about speech disorders, causes and plan for treatment.
Report patient progress and status to appropriate parties including family members, caregiver, or medical professional.