In-Home Speech Language Pathologist

Canyon-Home-Care-and-Hospice-1; Roosevelt (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Canyon Home Care and Hospice seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to administer speech therapy in patients' homes on an intermittent basis and under physician orders and supervision. You will contribute to plan of care, prepare notes, and collaborate with physicians and families to ensure continuity of care.

Responsibilities include evaluating function, developing and revising care plans, completing initial visits, and delivering skilled SLP services as ordered.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology and state licensure.
• Two years experience preferred.
• Acceptance of agency philosophy and goals.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician or provider in evaluating function and help develop the plan of care.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes.
• Advise and consult with family and agency personnel.
• Participate in in-service programs and present as assigned.
• Understand and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with health care personnel in patient care planning.
• Complete initial history and evaluation visits; notify physician of needs and obtain approvals.
• Perform all skilled Speech Language Pathology services as ordered by physician.
• Consult with physicians regarding treatment changes.
• Write reports to physicians regarding patient progress.
• Attend staff meetings and patient care conferences as scheduled.

Skills

Initiative and independent judgment

Clinical documentation

Communication skills

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the state

Job description

Canyon Home Care and Hospice seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to administer speech therapy in patients' homes on an intermittent basis and under physician orders and supervision. You will contribute to plan of care, prepare notes, and collaborate with physicians and families to ensure continuity of care.

Responsibilities include evaluating function, developing and revising care plans, completing initial visits, and delivering skilled SLP services as ordered.