Speech–Language Pathologist / Aventura

Access NurseCare, Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care agency in Miami is seeking Speech-Language Pathologists for full-time positions. The role involves conducting evaluations, developing care plans, and administering therapy programs to patients. Ideal candidates hold a master's or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology, have at least one year of clinical experience, and are licensed in Florida. Flexible hours and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a speech‑language pathologist in Florida.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in speech‑language pathology.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and assess home environment for speech function.
• Develop a plan of care for improving patient function.
• Administer speech therapy programs and recommend aids as needed.
• Communicate with healthcare personnel for coordinated care.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Therapeutic techniques proficiency

Education

Master's or doctoral degree in speech‑language pathology

Job description

Access Nursecare, Inc., a Medicare Certified Home Health Agency serving Miami‑Dade and Broward Counties, is seeking Speech‑Language Pathologists to provide high‑quality speech‑language pathology services for patients in the Aventura area. Enjoy flexible hours and the opportunity to create your own schedule!

Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Conduct appropriate evaluations, assess the home environment, and identify equipment needs relative to speech/language function.
• Identify functional speech defects and establish a plan of care to improve the patient’s function.
• Administer speech therapy programs utilizing specialized therapeutic techniques and/or equipment.
• Recommend communication devices/aids as indicated.
• Communicate with referring physicians and other organization personnel to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Participate in case conferences, in‑services, and other meetings required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Prepare and submit notes per organization policy.
• Maintain clinical competency in speech‑language pathology practice and theory.
• Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for other services and refer as appropriate.
• Instruct patient, family/caregiver, and other organization health care personnel in the patient’s treatment regime as indicated.
• May supervise home health aide in procedures directly related to the speech‑language therapy plan of care.
• Perform other duties as required to facilitate the delivery of speech‑language pathology services.

Position Qualifications

• Possesses a master’s or doctoral degree in speech‑language pathology (SLP).
• Is licensed as a speech‑language pathologist in the state where services are furnished, or meets the alternative state requirements (e.g., 350 supervised clinical practicum hours, no less than 9 months of supervised full‑time SLP services, and successful completion of a national examination in SLP).
• Has a minimum of one year of clinical experience in Speech‑Language Pathology.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Is a licensed driver with a reliable, insured automobile in good working order.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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