Speech-Language Assistant: Flexible Hours & Hands-On Care

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work hours

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking a Speech Therapist Assistant to join our team in Miami. You will support Speech-Language Pathologists in assessments, treatment planning, and direct patient care across pediatric to geriatric populations.

Responsibilities include implementing therapy activities, documenting progress, and collaborating on communication strategies. Licensure is required and ongoing professional development is encouraged in a flexible, patient-centered home care setting.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state licensure or certification as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
• Strong understanding of speech and language disorders and therapeutic techniques
• Commitment to maintaining licensure and pursuing ongoing professional development

Responsibilities

• Assist Speech-Language Pathologists in conducting patient assessments and gathering relevant information
• Implement prescribed therapeutic activities and exercises under the guidance of the Speech-Language Pathologist
• Provide direct patient care, monitoring and documenting progress during treatment sessions
• Support the Speech-Language Pathologist in developing and modifying individualized treatment plans
• Instruct patients in exercises and activities to improve speech, language, and communication skills
• Collaborate with the Speech-Language Pathologist to implement augmentative and alternative communication strategies
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and progress
• Participate in team meetings to discuss treatment plans and patient progress

Skills

Pediatrics & geriatrics care

IEPs

Medical terminology

Critical care environments

Patient assessment techniques

Case management

Standardized testing

Inpatient experience

Job description

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking a Speech Therapist Assistant to join our team in Miami. You will support Speech-Language Pathologists in assessments, treatment planning, and direct patient care across pediatric to geriatric populations.

Responsibilities include implementing therapy activities, documenting progress, and collaborating on communication strategies. Licensure is required and ongoing professional development is encouraged in a flexible, patient-centered home care setting.