The responsibility for patient services provided by the Assistant rests entirely with whom?

The supervising speech-language pathologist (SLP) is held accountable for all patient services provided by the assistant. This delineation of responsibility is critical as the assistant operates under the guidance and oversight of the SLP, who ensures that best practices, ethical standards, and appropriate treatment methodologies are upheld. This structure supports the quality of care provided to patients, as it ensures that any interventions or support given by the assistant align with the SLP’s professional standards and clinical judgment.

The supervising SLP is responsible for planning, directing, and monitoring patient care, while the assistant implements the treatment strategies as specified by the SLP. This collaborative model allows for effective service delivery while maintaining high standards of patient safety and care. Through this framework, the SLP takes ultimate responsibility for the outcomes of the interventions carried out by the assistant.