PRN Home Health Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

CommuniCare Health Services; Barboursville (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing high-quality care as a Speech Language Pathologist. This role offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact on patients' lives by assessing their needs and implementing effective therapy plans. You will work closely with a diverse team of healthcare professionals, ensuring that each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique circumstances. With a focus on independence and dignity, this position allows you to leave a legacy of service while enjoying a supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about helping others and seeking a fulfilling career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)

401 (K) retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement for qualified career paths

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology with internship.
• Minimum of one year clinical experience in Speech-Language Pathology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and assess home environments for speech therapy.
• Administer speech therapy programs using specialized techniques.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Patient Assessment

Communication Skills

Supervision of Aides

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Why join our Stonerise Home Health team?

We provide high-quality care to help patients maintain their independence and dignity in the comfort of their own homes. Our team includes nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, social workers, home health aides, liaisons and more who are committed to empowering patients to maintain their independence at home.

We serve our local neighbors and our team members are the heartbeat of everything we do. We care for patients like we do our own families, and we care for one another the same way.

What You Will Do as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

At Stonerise Home Health, aSpeech Language Pathologist (SLP) career is more than a job or “a calling” – it’s a chance to leave a legacy of service and love on someone’s life. A legacy that will be remembered by your patients and their families forever. A legacy that will make your life better as well.

As aSpeech Language Pathologist (SLP), you willbe responsible for implementing of standards of care for speech language pathology services. Some of your primary responsibilities will include:

• Conducting evaluations, assessing home environment, identifying equipment needs relative to speech/language function
• Identifying functional speech defects and establishing a plan of care to improve patients’ function
• Administering speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic technique and/or equipment
• Recommending communication devices/aides as needed
• Conferring with referring physician and other organization personnel to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care contributes to the total plan of care
• Identifying patient and family/caregiver needs for other services and refers as appropriate
• Instructing patient, family/caregiver and other organization health care personnel in the patient’s treatment regime as indicated
• Supervising home health aides in procedures directly related to the speech-language therapy plan of care

Benefits You Will Enjoy

In addition to competitive pay, full-time team member benefits include:

• Paid Time Off
• Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary group programs)
• 401 (K) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement for qualified career paths
• Career advancement opportunities

Schedule

PRN

Education, Licensure & Certification Requirements

• Possesses a degree that includes an internship from an approved Master’s program in Speech-Language Pathology
• Meets education and experience requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, granted by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Is certified to practice Speech-Language Pathology
• A minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience in Speech-Language Pathology
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements in good working order