Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 29-2-5 - Role of the Speech-Language Pathology Assistant5.1. The speech-language pathology assistant shall engage only in those duties that are planned, designed and supervised by the supervisor, and for which the assistant has received adequate training. (a) An assistant may: (1) Assist the speech-language pathology supervisor with screenings (without interpretation)(2) Follow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising speech-language pathologists.(3) Document patient/client performance (e.g., tally data for the supervisor to use; prepare charts, records, and graphs) and report this information to the supervisor.(4) Assist the supervisor during assessment of patients/clients.(5) Assist with informal documentation as directed by the supervisor.(6) Assist with clerical duties, such as preparing materials and scheduling activities as directed by the supervisor.(7) Perform checks and maintenance of equipment.(8) Support the supervising speech-language pathologists or audiologists in research projects, inservice training, and public relations programs.(9) Assist with departmental operations (scheduling, record-keeping, safety/maintenance of supplies and equipment).(10) Collect data for quality improvement.(11) Exhibit compliance with regulations reimbursement requirements, and speech-language pathology or Audiology assistant's job responsibilities.(12) Fulfill the facilitator role to assist clients on site when telepractice services are provided.