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Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Checklist

GENERAL SKILLS EXPERIENCE:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Supervisor experience
National Patient Safety Goals/Core Measures
Awareness of HCAHPS
Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy
Use proper body mechanics
Infection control
Universal precautions
Minimize fall risks
Crash cart
Defibrillator
Care of patient in restraints
Obtain vital signs
Patient/Family education
Ensures HIPAA compliance
SCREENING & ASSESSMENT SKILLS:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Implementing screening procedures as directed by SLP
Assist with collecting comprehensive case history information and assessment
Assist with administration and scoring of assessments according to state and employer regulations
PEDIATRICS:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Cerebral Palsy
Early Intervention
Learning Language Disabilities
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
NDT for Speech
SPPECH, LANGUAGE, & HEARING DISABILITIES:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Feeding Disorders
Cleft Palate
Cognitive Rehab
Coma Stimulation
CVA / Stroke Rehab
Dysphagia
Fluency / Stuttering
Head Injury
Hearing Impaired
Laryngectomy
Neurological
Voice
DATA MANAGEMENT, RECORD KEEPING, & EMR EXPERIENCE:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Epic Computerized charting
Cerner
Meditech
McKesson
Other computerized charting platforms
COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Effective communication with other healthcare professionals
Effective communication with patients
OTHER SKILLS:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Assist with Accent Reduction
Assist with Aural Rehabilitation / Speech Reading
Assist with Biofeedback-EMG
Assist with Cognitive Assessment
Co-Treatment with OT
Co-Treatment with PT
Assist with Group Activities
Prosthetics- Cleft Palate
Rehab Feeding Group
Sign Language
Tracheostomy
Ventilator
Video Fluoroscopy
FEEST
Electronic Documentation
BASIC MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Medical terminology and abbreviations
Patient Safety
PROBLEM-SOLVING, CRITICAL THINKING, ETHICAL & PROF

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Ability to identify and troubleshoot common issues that may arise
Decision-making ability based on protocols and guidelines
Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards
Follow professional codes of conduct
WORK SETTING:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Inpatient Hospital
Outpatient
Small Facility
Large/Regional Teaching Facility
Clinic setting
Skilled Nursing Facility
Acute Care
Rehab Care
Home Health
Schools
AGE-SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3: 1) Limited or no experience 2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision 3) Able to function independently *
Newborn / neonate (birth-30 days)
Infant (31 days-1 year)
Toddler (ages 2-3 years)
Preschool (ages 4-5 years)
School age (ages 6-12 years)
Adolescent (ages 13-21 years)
Young adult (ages 22-39 years)
Adult (ages 40-64 years)
Older adult (ages 65-79 years)
Elderly (ages 80+ years)