Full Time Speech Therapist

1 Legacy, Inc; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in California is seeking a dedicated Staff Speech Therapist to evaluate and treat patients. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively with families and the healthcare team, maintain medical documentation, and develop treatment plans. A Bachelor’s degree in Speech Therapy and a current license are required. This role offers the opportunity to impact patient rehabilitation positively in a caring environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a current license or have recently applied for certification.
• Effective treatment planning and implementation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hrs of physician referral.
• Develop effective treatment plans and communicate with physician.
• Record evaluations and treatment notes per policy.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Rehabilitation

Communication

Patient Evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Speech Therapy

Job description

The Staff Speech Therapist evaluates and treats patients/residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Provides Speech Therapy services including treatment planning & implementation, and discharge planning. Tests patient’s physical abilities analyzing rehabilitation goals; consult with rehab team in order to coordinate the most effective physical therapy program.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hrs of physician referral.
• Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval for services from referring physician, and treat patients/residents according to physician’s treatment plan.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor, other members of the rehabilitation team, and nursing staff on the patient’s treatment plan, progress, and prognosis.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, 14 day progress report to the physician, and discharge summaries per policy and procedure.
• Instruct patient/resident’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program.
• Secure necessary durable medical equipment for patients/residents to facilitate independence in mobility: i.e. orthoses, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Submits logs and all billing information on a timely basis.
• Reports any problem areas/equipment within each facility to the appropriate supervisor immediately.
• Comply with the State Licensing Board of California, Title 22, CMS, and California Labor Board Guidelines.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Speech Therapy and a current license or recently applied for your C's.

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