Speech Therapist

CommonSpirit Health; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A home health care organization in Durango, Colorado, is seeking a compassionate Speech Language Pathologist for a PRN position. The role involves assessing and treating patients with speech and swallowing disorders in their homes, developing personalized treatment plans, and working closely with healthcare teams. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a valid SLP license. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact patients' lives through tailored care and support.

Qualifications

• Active registered SLP license in the state of practice and certification from ASHA.
• Must obtain and maintain current CPR/BLS Certification.
• One year of Speech Therapy experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to patients in their homes to improve communication and swallowing skills.
• Customize therapy strategies to meet individual patient goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Collaboration with healthcare professionals

Education

Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

This is a PRN position

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to join our CHI Health at Home team in Colorad Springs. The Speech Therapist will assess, diagnose and treat patients with speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders for patients in their homes. This role involves developing individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and working collaboratively with families and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to patients in their homes, including techniques to improve speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing skills.
• Customize therapy strategies to meet individual patient goals and objectives.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress, treatment goals, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements and standards.
• Provide training and support for family members to assist with therapeutic exercise and strategies at home.

Job Requirements

• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Active registered SLP license in the state which you practice and certification (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Must obtain and maintain current CPR/BLS Certification
• One-year Speech Therapy experience in a clinical setting.
• Current Drivers License
• Comply with federal, state and local laws and regulations

At CHI Health at Home, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We value the unique contributions of all individuals, including minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Where You'll Work

CHI Health at Home Care is a full-service health care organization that believes the best place for someone to get better is in their own home. As a faith-based organization, we are committed to finding new ways to improve the health of our patients and the health of the communities we serve. Rooted in humankindness, our ministry is at the heart of everything we do and can be seen in every patient we touch.