Speech Language Pathologist / SLP - Home Health

BrightSpring Health Services; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition discounts & reimbursement

Generous PTO

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Pueblo, CO is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate patients' speech difficulties and provide therapy. Responsibilities include teaching sound production and alternative communication methods while documenting progress. Ideal candidates have relevant qualifications and at least two years of experience in occupational therapy. This role offers a PRN schedule with a variety of benefits including medical insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in adult occupational therapy, home health experience preferred.
• Physical therapy skills per competency checklist.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with patients to evaluate speech or language difficulty.
• Teach patients how to make sounds and improve their voices.
• Document appropriate progress and clinical notes.

Skills

Excellent observation skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Problem solving skills

Education

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Education program

Current Occupational Therapist licensure

American Heart Association CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist / SLP - Home Health

Company: Abode Hospice and Home Health

Location: Pueblo, CO (Office Location: Pueblo; Coverage area: Pueblo County)

Job Details: PRN position

Responsibilities

• Communicate with patients to evaluate their levels of speech or language difficulty, determining the need for continued therapy services
• Teach patients how to make sounds and improve their voices
• Teach alternative communication methods, such as sign language, to patients with little or no speech capability
• Educate and guide healthcare team members, patients, and caregivers in specific aspects of therapeutic exercises to support continued progress outside of direct therapy sessions
• Document appropriate progress and clinical notes noting patient\'s response to therapy and submit visit documentation per Agency policy

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Education program approved by CAPTE
• Current Occupational Therapist licensure in State and American Heart Association CPR certification required; CPR certification may be offered and completed upon hire
• Two (2) years of experience in adult occupational therapy, home health experience preferred
• Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; physical therapy skills per competency checklist

Benefits and Schedule

Schedule: PRN

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more!
• *Benefits may vary by employment status