Full Time Speech Therapist

1 Legacy, Inc; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in California is seeking a Staff Speech Therapist to evaluate and treat patients, develop treatment plans, and maintain communication with families and healthcare staff. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Speech Therapy and the necessary licensure. Responsibilities include conducting patient evaluations within 24 hours of referral, documenting treatment progress, and instructing families on maintenance programs. Competitive salary and supportive work environment await the selected candidate.

Qualifications

• Current license or license recently applied for.
• Experience with patient evaluation and treatment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hrs of referral.
• Develop and implement effective treatment plans.
• Communicate treatment progress with the rehabilitation team.
• Maintain documentation as per policy and procedure.
• Assist families with maintenance programs.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree 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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