Compassionate Speech Language Pathologist - Home Health

Covenant Living Communities and Services; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 53,368 - 67,860; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid life and disability insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

403(b) with a 3% employer match

Fitness center use

Tuition assistance and scholarships

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Turlock, California is seeking a qualified speech language pathologist. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, developing therapy programs, and collaborating with healthcare staff. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's or Master's in Speech Language Pathology along with relevant certifications. This role's pay ranges from $38.74 to $49.26 per hour with benefits such as medical insurance and a 403(b) plan.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in speech language pathology.
• Ability to listen to and analyze patient speech patterns.
• Required certifications as per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and assess home environments.
• Develop and implement speech therapy programs.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Strong time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Tools

CPR Certification

Certification of clinical competence granted by ASHA

Job description

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The speech language pathologist is responsible for implantation of standards of care for speech language pathology services and for adherence to all conditions in the service agreement.

• Conducts appropriate evaluation, assesses home environment as appropriate, identifies equipment needs relative to speech/language function.
• Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of care to improve patient’s function.
• Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic technique and/ or equipment.
• Recommends communication devices and aids as indicated.
• Confers with referring physician and other organization personnel to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care contributes to the total plan of care.
• Participates in case conferences, Inservice and other meetings required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Prepares and submits notes per organization policy.
• Maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory.
  
  

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us!

The speech language pathologist is responsible for implantation of standards of care for speech language pathology services and for adherence to all conditions in the service agreement.

Essential Responsibilities

• Conducts appropriate evaluation, assesses home environment as appropriate, identifies equipment needs relative to speech/language function.
• Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of care to improve patient’s function.
• Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic technique and/ or equipment.
• Recommends communication devices and aids as indicated.
• Confers with referring physician and other organization personnel to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care contributes to the total plan of care.
• Participates in case conferences, Inservice and other meetings required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Prepares and submits notes per organization policy.
• Maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory.
  
  

Education And Work Experience

• Required Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Preferred Degree: Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Certificate(s): CPR Certification, if required by State and Certification of clinical competence in speech language pathology granted by the American speech language hearing association (ASHA).
• Experience: 1+ Years
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Ability

• Ability to listen to, monitor and observe patient speech patterns to develop treatment plans.
• Strong time management, attention to detail, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact with patients, their families and healthcare professionals
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, talk, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to operate various equipment base on department.
• The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery alarms, medical codes or alarms. Four hearing requirements listed: In person speech, Telephone, Other remote speech and other sounds.
  
  

Clarity Of Vision

• For near visual acuity Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.
• For far visual acuity, Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well.
• For peripheral vision, observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point.
  
  

Compensation Pay Range

$38.74 - $54.51 per hour

Reasonable Pay Estimate

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $38.74 - $54.51 per hour. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.

For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Various voluntary benefits:
• Life, AD&D
• Tuition assistance and scholarships
• Employee assistance program
• Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program
• Pet Insurance
  

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.