A professional who directs and coordinates activities of personnel in hospital speech and hearing department engaged in research and in testing and treating patients according to established policies. Responsibilities include:

• Organizes and establishes personnel procedures, including hiring and training, counsels employees, and evaluates work performance.
• Confers with administrator, health care facility and committee members to request expenditures for equipment, supplies, and personnel.
• Meets with administrator, health care facility, department officials, and staff members to explain new techniques and procedures or to demonstrate new and innovative equipment.
• Plans and directs research and treatment programs to provide direction and assistance to staff members.
• Conducts workshops and seminars to develop staff expertise and knowledge.
• Analyzes data and maintains records of research and treatment programs.