Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Powerback Rehabilitation To You seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to provide in-home outpatient services for older adults. The role includes evaluating and treating communication and swallowing disorders in patients’ homes or in facilities, coordinating care with the rehab team, and ensuring comprehensive documentation.

A valid state license and ASHA eligibility are required, with supervision of trainees as applicable.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Speech Language Pathologist license in the state(s) of practice.
• Must possess or be eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA or be eligible for ASHA CFY.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to patients’ residences.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient rehabilitation services in home-based and community settings.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and plan therapy for communication and swallowing disorders.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary rehab team and physicians to optimize patient care.
• Direct patient participation in therapy tasks and adapt plans of care as needed.
• Maintain documentation and comply with scheduling, billing, and departmental requirements.
• Supervise CFYs, students, and support staff as required by licensure.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in state(s) of practice

ASHA CCC or CFY eligibility

Job description

Overview

Speech Therapist-ccc

Full time | Mobile Outpatient Therapy

Westfield MA

Flexible Schedule

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.

With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

• Benefits:We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads:Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education:Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance:We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Perks at Powerback:Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist will primarily provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population. The in-home setting could be a patient's private residence or in a patient's room in an assisted living facility, or in an independent living facility. Powerback Rehabilitation To You allows the Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat in the most functional environment which is the patient's home. The Speech Language Pathologist organizes and provides speech-language services for the agency to facilitate rehabilitation. They direct patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. Also, the Speech Language Pathologist facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for communication and swallowing, to diminish or remediate disorders or deficits. They direct activities to promote and maintain health, within the scope of practice and consistent with the Code of Ethics of the profession. This position provides a flexible schedule and work environment in various settings.

1. 1. As necessary or applicable, supervision of CFYs temporary licensees, students and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
2. 2. Responsible for adherence to department and patient treatment schedule, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements as well as work related meetings.
3. 3. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other related meetings.
4. 4. Makes referrals to other disciplines, agencies in order to address the comprehensive needs of the patient.
5. 5. Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team and the physician to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
6. 6. Adapts program and/or plan of care according to the needs of the individual patient.
7. 7. Promotes a safe environment and enforces the elimination of fire and safety hazards.
8. 8. Orders supplies and equipment as necessary.
9. 9. Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
10. 10. Puts Patient Service first, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individual's needs and rights.
11. 11. Screens, examines and evaluates patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate tests and measures, synthesis information and interprets examination findings in order to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and the time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications and design and plan of care. Develops appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with the patient and caregivers, implements the speech language pathology treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services. Services include but are not limited to application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as:
    • cognitive-communication
    • speech intelligibility
    • oral motor skills
    • swallowing disorders/dysphagia
    • perceptual abilities
    • orientation
    • memory
    • pragmatics
    • psychosocial expression
    • functional communication* case management skills in the home and community
12. 12. Coordinates the acquisition of adaptive communication devices and instructs patients in their use.
13. 13. Facilitates identification of hearing deficits and appropriately refers for assessment, diagnosis rehabilitation and/or personal amplification.
14. 14. Selects appropriate activities suited to the individual's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level and interest.
15. 15. Instructs patients in the skills and techniques required for participation in therapeutic activities, and evaluates patient progress, attitudes and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential.
16. 16. Performs routine reexamination as needed/required to modify/progress plan of treatment.
17. 17. Coordinates care in the home and community with other members of the interdisciplinary team in collaboration with the referring physician.
18. 18. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Speech Language Pathologist license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• Must possess or be eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or be eligible to participate as an ASHA Clinical Fellow.
• Must have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence.

Posted Salary Range

USD $48.00 - USD $63.00 /Hr.