Speech-Language Therapy Assistant | Flexible Hours

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work hours

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. seeks a Speech Therapist Assistant to support speech, language, cognitive-communication and swallowing therapies across neonatal to geriatric populations.

You will assist with assessments, implement activities, document progress, and help develop individualized treatment plans in a team-based, patient-centered environment. Responsibilities include assisting Speech-Language Pathologists, documenting progress, and participating in care planning meetings to optimize

Qualifications

• Experience with pediatrics, adults and geriatrics or school settings.
• Knowledge of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Familiarity with medical terminology related to speech pathology.
• Ability to work in critical care environments.
• Proficiency in patient assessment techniques.
• Strong case management skills - Compassionate patient care approach.
• Experience with standardized testing procedures.
• Previous experience in inpatient settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist Speech-Language Pathologists in conducting patient assessments and gathering relevant information.
• Implement prescribed therapeutic activities and exercises under the guidance of the Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Provide direct patient care, monitoring and documenting progress during treatment sessions.
• Support the Speech-Language Pathologist in developing and modifying individualized treatment plans.
• Instruct patients in exercises and activities to improve speech, language, and communication skills.
• Collaborate with the Speech-Language Pathologist to implement augmentative and alternative communication strategies.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and progress.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss treatment plans and patient progress.

Skills

Pediatrics/Adults/Geriatrics

IEP knowledge

Medical terminology

Critical care environments

Patient assessment

Case management

Standardized testing

Inpatient experience

Job description

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. seeks a Speech Therapist Assistant to support speech, language, cognitive-communication and swallowing therapies across neonatal to geriatric populations.

You will assist with assessments, implement activities, document progress, and help develop individualized treatment plans in a team-based, patient-centered environment. Responsibilities include assisting Speech-Language Pathologists, documenting progress, and participating in care planning meetings to optimize