Speech Language Pathologist - Home Health - PRN

OhioHealth at Home; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

OhioHealth at Home is looking for a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist - PPV PRN to provide services to clients with speech and language complications. This role involves coordinating care under physician guidance and supervising Home Health Aides.

The ideal candidate will possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology, relevant experience, and an active state license. The position emphasizes collaboration and commitment to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a home health setting required.
• Active and unencumbered Speech Language Pathologist license in state(s) of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Provides services to clients with speech and language complications.
• Coordinates care under the direction of the attending physician.
• Supervises and provides clinical directions to the Home Health Aide.
• Performs assessment (OASIS/Agency) of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
• Develops and documents the Plan of Care.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Language Skills

Communication Skills

Speech Therapy Skills

Ability to understand hospice philosophy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

OhioHealth at Home in partnership with Compassus

Hours

PRN

Position Summary

At OhioHealth at Home, the Home Health Speech Language Pathologist - PPV PRN is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation, promoting the Compassus philosophy, and using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company and with stakeholders. The Home Health Speech Language Pathologist - PPV PRN provides services to clients who have speech and language complications, coordinating care under the direction of the attending physician with participation by the family or other responsible person, as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provides care utilizing infection control measures that protect both staff and patients (OSHA).
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency, attending in‑services as required by regulation and participating in in‑service programs.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with the requirements of third‑party payors.
• Provides effective communication to patient/family, team members, physicians, and other health care professionals to ensure coordination of services; provides appropriate referrals as necessary.
• Assures continuity of quality patient care delivered according to the plan of care with appropriate documentation.
• Supervises and provides clinical directions to the Home Health Aide/UP to ensure the quality and continuity of service provided.
• Provides services and/or treatments requiring substantial and specialized speech therapy skills.
• Provides education to the client/family regarding the disease process.
• Performs initial and ongoing comprehensive assessment (OASIS/Agency) of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders with appropriate tests and measures and maintains records including goal setting.
• Develops/implements/documents/revises the Plan of Care in consultation with the physician and other care team members to ensure quality and continuity of care and evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of client care plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a home health setting required.

Skills

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals, and compute rate, ratio and percentage.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals; effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write and speak English; articulate and embrace hospice philosophy.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

• Active and unencumbered Speech Language Pathologist license in state(s) of employment required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The demands of this role necessitate the ability to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential.

EEO Statement

At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where each team member feels welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.