Job Summary:Provides direct patient care to members having communication and swallowing disorders by evaluating, diagnosing, developing and implementing therapy / treatment programs.
Essential Responsibilities:Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws.Administers diagnostic tests and provides individualized treatment to adults and children for a variety of communication disorders, voice and swallowing impairment and neurological defects.Advises physicians of test results and subsequently recommends and implements appropriate treatments.Monitors status of results and collaborates with physicians when altering treatment program.Serves as a consultant on interdisciplinary teams.Serves as a clinical expert in specialized areas such as pediatric speech, traumatic brain injury, etc.Trains CFY candidates.En...