Speech-language therapist, Kaihaumanu reo ā-waha
Also known as
- Speech-language pathologist, speech therapist, speech and language therapist
Speech-language therapists assess and treat people with speech, swallowing and language problems. They may do research related to speech and language issues.
Duration
1:51 mins
Your pay could be
$77K
Lower
$86K to $104K
Most common
$114K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
4-5 years
Speech-language therapists
- usually work regular business hours but may work evenings
- usually work in private practices, clinics, schools, rest homes and hospitals and may travel locally
- need to be responsible, methodical and communicate well
Tasks
- monitor patient progress or responses to treatments
- develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies
- prepare reports summarising patient diagnostic or care activities
- maintain medical facility records
- analyse patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals
- collaborate with health care professionals to plan or provide treatment
- schedule patient procedures or appointments
- prepare health care training materials
- process health care paperwork
- train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses
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Investigative
Creative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need more than one qualification to become a speech-language therapist.
You may need
- a Communication Assistive Technology Accreditation
- to be a member of the New Zealand Speech-language Therapists' Association
- an Annual Practicing Certificate
If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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