Speech Therapist

LHC Group, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Speech Therapist to join their compassionate team. This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful therapist-patient relationships while providing essential care for individuals with speech and language disorders. With a commitment to professional growth and autonomy, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for patients through tailored therapy plans. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and make a positive impact in the community by helping people achieve better health outcomes.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Possibilities

Independence and Autonomy

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in Florida and hold CPR certification.
• Experience in patient assessment and treatment of speech disorders.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient care needs for speech and language disorders.
• Provide therapy according to state laws and collaborate with healthcare team.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Patient Assessment

Communication Skills

Diagnostic Testing

Education

Licensed Speech Therapist in Florida

CPR Certification

Driver's License and Vehicle Insurance

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Speech Therapist.
Full Time OR Part Time (20 hrs a week minimum)

At Mederi Gainesville, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Speech Therapist, you can expect:

• the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• independence and autonomy
• career growth possibilities

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Speech Therapist in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to treating speech and language disorders and functional training in communication, swallowing, and cognitive impairments.

• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of speech therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team.
• Evaluates the patient's level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.
• Treats patients to communicate effectively by expressing thoughts according to the patient's condition using acceptable standards of practice.
• Instructs the patient, the family and/or caregiver and other members of the health care team in areas of speech therapy in which they can participate.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Must be currently licensed in FL
• Current CPR certification
• Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks:https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Mederi Caretenders a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.