Fee-For Service Speech Therapist

Cobble Hill LifeCare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobble Hill LifeCare is seeking a Fee-For Service Speech Therapist to provide speech and language rehabilitation services in patients' homes. The role requires developing treatment plans, assessing patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Speech Pathology and relevant experience, with a focus on delivering quality care in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• Valid license and registration as a Speech Pathologist in New York State.
• At least 1 year of experience in healthcare settings.
• Experience with pediatric populations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment plans for speech and language rehabilitation.
• Assess patients and create therapeutic care plans.
• Collaborate with professionals to evaluate patient limitations.

Skills

Assessment

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Master of Arts in Speech Pathology

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About the Role

Speech Therapist

Your Choice At Home, an affiliate of Cobble Hill Life Center and a Certified Home Health Agency (CHHA), is culturally sensitive, with many staff from within the communities served. Operating 24/7, we provide reliable, dignified care at home, specializing in health services, personal care, and champion services.

Position Details

Fee For Service Pediatric Speech Pathologist

This role involves planning and providing speech and language rehabilitation services to patients in their homes, working with patients, families, and others for training and assistive devices.

Responsibilities

1. Develop treatment plans including modalities, visit frequency, expected outcomes, and goals.
2. Assess patients and create therapeutic care plans for speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
3. Evaluate test results to determine disorder presence and extent.
4. Collaborate with professionals to evaluate patient limitations and rehabilitation potential.
5. Recommend therapeutic devices and equipment to optimize speech and language performance.
6. Consider psychological responses to disease effects and body image changes.
7. Address patient needs with realistic short-term and long-term treatment plans.
8. Implement treatment plans under physician guidance and in collaboration with the healthcare team.
9. Provide speech and language rehabilitation services to meet goals.
10. Supervise the use of exercises and equipment with patients and families.
11. Instruct on the use of adaptive equipment.
12. Teach patients and families for ongoing maintenance.
13. Counsel patients and families to aid interaction and adjustment.
14. Record and report patient reactions and treatment progress to physicians and staff.

Qualifications

• Valid license and registration as a Speech Pathologist in New York State.
• Master of Arts in Speech Pathology.
• At least 1 year of experience in hospital, long-term care, rehab, or home health settings.
• Experience with pediatric populations is a plus.
• Ability to visit homes in potentially unsafe environments and travel via public transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and 325 pounds with assistive devices.

Additional Details

Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Job Details

• Industry: Healthcare
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Healthcare Provider
• Location: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens