Speech-Language Pathology Assistants

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Summary Description


	Assist speech-language pathologists in the assessment and treatment of speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. Implement speech and language programs or activities as planned and directed by speech-language pathologists. Monitor the use of alternative communication devices and systems.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Anatomic Pathology Assistant

2.	Assistant Speech-Language Pathologist

3.	Certified Pathology Assistant

4.	Communication Assistant

5.	Hearing and Speech Assistant

6.	Language Assistant

7.	Pathology Assistant

8.	Speech - Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

9.	Speech and Language Assistant

10.	Speech and Language Tutor

11.	Speech Assistant

12.	Speech Correction Assistant

13.	Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

14.	Speech Language Pathology Assistant

15.	Speech Pathologist Assistant

16.	Speech Pathology Assistant

17.	Speech Therapist

18.	Speech Therapist Technician

19.	Speech Therapy Assistant

20.	Speech-Language Assistant

21.	Speech-language Pathology Assistant

Job Tasks

	Implement treatment plans or protocols as directed by speech-language pathologists. Implement therapeutic programs to improve patient functioning.

	Document clients' progress toward meeting established treatment objectives. Maintain medical records.

	Assist speech-language pathologists in the remediation or development of speech and language skills. Implement therapeutic programs to improve patient functioning.

	Perform support duties such as preparing materials, keeping records, maintaining supplies, and scheduling activities. Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use. Maintain medical records. Perform clerical work in medical settings.

	Collect and compile data to document clients' performance or assess program quality. Prepare medical reports or documents.

	Select or prepare speech-language instructional materials. Develop patient therapy programs.

	Assist speech-language pathologists in the conduct of client screenings or assessments of language, voice, fluency, articulation, or hearing. Administer screening tests to determine abilities or treatment needs.

	Test or maintain equipment to ensure correct performance. Monitor medical equipment to ensure proper functioning.

	Conduct in-service training sessions, or family and community education programs. Teach medical procedures to healthcare personnel.

	Prepare charts, graphs, or other visual displays to communicate clients' performance information. Prepare medical reports or documents.

	Assist speech-language pathologists in the conduct of speech-language research projects.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

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