Speech-Language Pathologist - Pediatric Home Health (South Houston)

Brandinghearts; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Speech Therapist, where you will provide essential speech therapy services to patients of all ages. In this role, you will diagnose and evaluate speech and language skills, develop individualized treatment plans, and work collaboratively with a dedicated team to enhance communication efficiency. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives while working in diverse environments, including home settings. If you are passionate about helping others and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• 2 years experience in acute care or rehabilitation setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and evaluates speech and language skills.
• Plans and conducts rehabilitative treatment programs.
• Develops individualized plans for clients.

Skills

Therapy skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited college or University in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

A Speech Therapist who provides coordinated speech therapy to patients of all age groups.

Essential Functions

• Diagnoses and evaluates speech and language skills.
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication problems.
• Provides counseling and guidance and language development therapy.
• Reviews patient file to obtain background information prior to evaluation to determine appropriate tests and to ensure that adequate information is available.
• Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating /performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Administers, scores, and analyzes the results of specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desirable outcomes.
• Meets mandatory continuing educations requirements of the agency/licensing board and participates in in-services.
• Promotes compliance with all fiscal intermediary and /or other third party payers, through education, coaching and other assistance as necessary.
• Develops and implements individualized plans for clients to meet individual needs.

Requirements

Job Qualifications:

Educations: Graduate of an accredited college or University in Speech-Language Pathology.

Licensure: Current Texas State License in Speech –Language Pathology, current Texas Driver’s License.

Experience: Two years experience in acute care or rehabilitation setting, home health preferred.

Skills: Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills.

Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid and current auto liability insurance.

Environmental and Working Conditions

Works in a patient’s home in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Efforts:

Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient/family individualized psycho social needs