Speech Language Pathologist

Ability Care Services; Florida; Hybrid; USD 55.104 - 82.656; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Zusammenfassung

A healthcare service provider in New York is looking for an experienced Speech Therapist to provide in-home therapy services. Candidates should have a master's degree in speech language pathology, an active Florida license, and CPR certification. The position is per diem with competitive compensation. Apply via the company website for consideration.

Qualifikationen

• At least a master's degree in speech language pathology from an ASHA accredited program.
• Current member of ASHA & certified by the association (attainment of CCC certification).
• Active Speech Language Pathology license for State of Florida with no disciplinary actions.
• Current BLS Provider CPR certification completed through AHA or American Red Cross.

Aufgaben

• Evaluate patients' speech and language abilities and perform periodic reevaluations.
• Plan and provide rehabilitative services for speech and language disorders.
• Maintain records on patients, including summary reports.
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team regarding provision of care.

Jobbeschreibung

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Job Summary:

The purpose of this position is to direct, supervise, evaluate and provide speech therapy services to patients in the home as prescribed by the attending physician.

Requirements:

We are looking for someone with at least 1 full year of supervised experience providing speech therapy services to patients in a clinical setting (No new grads), with some home health experience (preferred). The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• At least a master's degree in speech language pathology from an ASHA accredited program;
• Must be a current member of ASHA & certified by the association (attainment of CCC certification).
• Active Speech Language Pathology license for State of Florida through board of SLPA; License is without previous disciplinary actions or discrepancies.
• Current BLS Provider (BLS) CPR certification completed through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross (no online programs).

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates patient’s speech and language abilities, both defects and assets, and performs periodic reevaluations.
• Plans and provides rehabilitative services for speech and language disorders.
• Records type of treatment and patient’s reaction to it on clinical/progress notes, which are maintained in the electronic medical record system.
• Maintains adequate records on all patients, including summary reports.
• Utilizes community resources and Agency personnel by proper referral.
• Selects and administers diagnostic and therapeutic techniques and materials.
• Instructs and counsels other health team personnel and family members in methods of assisting patient in improving, correcting, and accepting his disabilities.
• Attends case conferences via phone or other methods as required.
• Participates in the development and periodic revision of the physician’s plan of treatment.
• Communicates effectively with the interdisciplinary team regarding provision of care.
• Complies with federal, state, local legal and certification requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation; Adheres to accreditation standards as set forth by the Accreditation Commission for Healthcare (ACHC).

*This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee/contractor will be expected to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by management. Confer with the patient, respond to concerns or requests, and report concerns as needed.

Accountable/Reports to: Administrator, Ability Care Services, Inc.

Work Hours/Conditions:

The position will be as needed (per diem) with a rate as industry appropriate. Work will be performed in the patient home setting, with the therapist travelling to the patient’s home location for sessions.

Note: Applicants must apply via company website for consideration. Please apply here: https://abilitycareservices.com/home-health-application

Equal Employment Opportunity: Member businesses are independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the member business, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that business. All inquiries about employment at these businesses should be made directly to the business location, and not to Home Care Association of America.