Speech Pathology Assistant
Purpose Statement
The job of Speech Language Pathology Assistant is done for the purpose/s of assisting with the provision of services for individuals whose speech and/or language is inhibited by a disability. A Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) performs tasks as prescribed, directed and supervised by an Arizona licensed Speech Language Pathologist.
Other Functions
- Acts as a second language interpreter for the purpose of providing assistance during assessments.
- Attends meetings (e.g. departmental, multidisciplinary team, etc.) for the purpose of receiving information.
- Conducts speech and language screenings without interpretation for the purpose of using screening instruments specified by the supervising SLP.
- Confers with the classroom teacher for the purpose of providing requested information, implementing plans for services and/or making recommendations as directed by supervising SLP.
- Maintains various files and/or records for the purpose of providing written support and documentation required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
- Performs checks and equipment maintenance for the purpose of ensuring equipment is in working condition.
- Performs record keeping and basic clerical functions for the purpose of supporting supervising SLP.
- Prepares materials and follows speech language lessons (e.g. speech therapy, teaching materials, etc.) for the purpose of appropriate lessons for individuals or small groups.
- Provides direct instructional services to students under the supervision of the SLP for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of speech language deficits.
- Sign and initial treatment notes for the purpose of review and co-signature by the supervising SLP.
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