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Speech-Language Pathologists

Assess and treat persons with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. May select alternative communication systems and teach their use. May perform research related to speech and language problems.

Tasks
23 tasks17 core, 6 supplemental
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Healthcare PractitionersOne of its 96 occupations
Code
29-1127.00SOC 2018: 29-1127

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17 core tasks and 6 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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  1. Task 1. Evaluate hearing or speech and language test results, barium swallow results, or medical or background information to diagnose and plan treatment for speech, language, fluency, voice, or swallowing disorders.Core taskTask 18523Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2022
  2. Task 2. Write reports and maintain proper documentation of information, such as client Medicaid or billing records or caseload activities, including the initial evaluation, treatment, progress, and discharge of clients.Core taskTask 18524Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2022
  3. Task 3. Monitor patients' progress and adjust treatments accordingly.Core taskTask 1867Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2022
  4. Task 4. Develop or implement treatment plans for problems such as stuttering, delayed language, swallowing disorders, or inappropriate pitch or harsh voice problems, based on own assessments and recommendations of physicians, psychologists, or social workers.Core taskTask 1871Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
  5. Task 5. Administer hearing or speech and language evaluations, tests, or examinations to patients to collect information on type and degree of impairments, using written or oral tests or special instruments.Core taskTask 1869Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
  6. Task 6. Educate patients and family members about various topics, such as communication techniques or strategies to cope with or to avoid personal misunderstandings.Core taskTask 18528Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2022
  7. Task 7. Supervise or collaborate with therapy team.Core taskTask 18530Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2022
  8. Task 8. Participate in and write reports for meetings regarding patients' progress, such as individualized educational planning (IEP) meetings, in-service meetings, or intervention assistance team meetings.Core taskTask 18526Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2022
  9. Task 9. Teach clients to control or strengthen tongue, jaw, face muscles, or breathing mechanisms.Core taskTask 1874Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2022
  10. Task 10. Instruct clients in techniques for more effective communication, such as sign language, lip reading, or voice improvement.Core taskTask 1873Rated by 68 people who do the job, August 2022
  11. Task 11. Consult with and advise educators or medical staff on speech or hearing topics, such as communication strategies or speech and language stimulation.Core taskTask 1876Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2022
  12. Task 12. Develop speech exercise programs to reduce disabilities.Core taskTask 1875Rated by 68 people who do the job, August 2022
  13. Task 13. Complete administrative responsibilities, such as coordinating paperwork, scheduling case management activities, or writing lesson plans.Core taskTask 18527Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
  14. Task 14. Consult with and refer clients to additional medical or educational services.Core taskTask 18531Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
  15. Task 15. Design, develop, or employ alternative diagnostic or communication devices or strategies.Core taskTask 1878Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2022
  16. Task 16. Participate in conferences, training, continuing education courses, or publish research results to share knowledge of new hearing or speech disorder treatment methods or technologies.Core taskTask 18529Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
  17. Task 17. Use computer applications to identify or assist with communication disabilities.Core taskTask 1884Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
  18. Task 18. Develop individual or group activities or programs in schools to deal with behavior, speech, language, or swallowing problems.Supplemental taskTask 18525Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2022
  19. Task 19. Conduct lessons or direct educational or therapeutic games to assist teachers dealing with speech problems.Supplemental taskTask 1879Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
  20. Task 20. Provide communication instruction to dialect speakers or students with limited English proficiency.Supplemental taskTask 1883Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
  21. Task 21. Supervise students or assistants.Supplemental taskTask 23952Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2022
  22. Task 22. Communicate with students who use an alternative method of communications, using sign language or computer technology.Supplemental taskTask 1882Rated by 71 people who do the job, August 2022
  23. Task 23. Conduct or direct research on speech or hearing topics and report findings for use in developing procedures, technologies, or treatments.Supplemental taskTask 1885Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2022

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  2. Classification
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