Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN

AuthoraCare Collective; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

403B/retirement plan

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Professional growth opportunities

Employee engagement activities

Job summary

AuthoraCare Collective in North Carolina seeks a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist Case Manager for our Home Health department serving Alamance and Rockingham Counties. The role requires travel to patients' homes to provide services per the plan of care under the primary care physician.

You will assess, develop and implement a home exercise program, document progress, collaborate with the IDT, and educate patients and families.

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology.
• Minimum of one year of speech therapy experience; home health or facility preferred.
• Current and unrestricted Speech-Language Pathology licensure.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language therapy in accordance with the patient’s plan of care.
• Assess and develop individualized home exercise programs.
• Perform comprehensive assessments including cognition, swallowing, and communication deficits.
• Manage the therapy plan for a caseload of Integrated Health patients in collaboration with the IDT.
• Establish goals and interventions; collaborate with physicians to implement treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families and document goals and outcomes of care.
• May perform evaluations and treatments for hospice patients as needed.

Education

Master's or Doctoral in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

AuthoraCare Collective is currently seeking a PRN Speech‑Language Pathologist Case Manager for our Home Health department supporting Alamance/Rockingham Counties. Must be able to travel to, enter, and function in the homes of any patient within the service area. The Speech Therapist provides speech or language therapy services in accordance with the patient’s plan of care as directed by their primary care provider. Assess and develop home exercise plan individualized to patient. Complete comprehensive assessment to include cognition deficits, medication management, swallowing difficulties, speech deficits and provide education and rehabilitative/restorative treatment plan. Manage the speech therapy Plan of Treatment for a case load of Integrated Health patients in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team (IDT). Assess and identify patient problems, establish therapy goals, and interventions. Work with physician to establish a treatment plan using a variety of methods, including exercises, hands‑on therapy, and equipment to facilitate recovery. Establish and maintain therapeutic relationship with patient, including providing community support for resources and education. Document the goals and outcomes of care. Therapist may perform evaluations and treatments for hospice patients as needed. The Therapist will bring experience and passion in working in an environment that follows AuthoraCare core values of humanity, compassion, empowerment, and excellence as well as inclusion of all team members, patients, and caregivers.

Our team members enjoy the following benefits: Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package which includes paid time off (PTO), seven paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, and 403B match after 12 months of service. Other benefits include mileage reimbursement, flexible work schedules, professional growth and development opportunities, and employee engagement activities.

Requirements

• Master’s or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology.
• Minimum of one-year speech therapy experience home health or facility preferred.
• Current and unrestricted Speech Therapy Licensure.
• Current CPR certification.

Valid state‑issued driver's license required. Must carry automobile liability insurance at limits required by agency. Must have own transportation.

Summary

Our Mission: AuthoraCare Collective empowers people to be active participants in their care journey, enabling them to live on their own terms through personalized support for mind, body, and spirit.

Our patients are always the author of their life story. During a challenging illness, AuthoraCare Collective helps them author more moments that matter, regardless of the stage of their illness or condition. This is captured by our tagline: Your Story. Our Expert Care.