Speech Therapist

Jewish Association on Aging; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education credits

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

The Jewish Association on Aging in Pittsburgh is looking for a dedicated Speech Therapist to contribute to the health and wellness of seniors. You will develop personalized treatment plans, conduct comprehensive evaluations, and enhance the quality of life for your patients.

This role emphasizes compassion and collaboration, ensuring effective communication both with patients and their families. Enjoy benefits like continuing education credits, employee assistance programs, and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Strong background in speech therapy, particularly with the geriatric population.
• Compassionate and caring demeanor towards patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive evaluations of patients with communication and/or swallowing disorders.
• Developing plan of care with collaboration from physician, patient, and family.
• Providing therapeutic intervention for communication and cognitive disorders.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Basic evaluation and treatment documentation skills

Ability to input billing information into computer

Job description

Speech Therapist

Jewish Association on Aging – Pittsburgh Based, progressive, not-for-profit health care organization.

Job Location: 200 Jhf Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 (On the road)

Job Overview

Are you looking for a fun environment to work where you are truly appreciated? Do you want a better work-life balance? At the Jewish Association on Aging – a Pittsburgh based, progressive, not-for-profit health care organization – we look beyond experience and skills, we look for people who are kind and compassionate at heart. If you are a committed and caring person who wants to make a difference in the lives of seniors and their families, the JAA is the place for you!

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in speech therapy, particularly with the geriatric population. The Speech Therapist will work closely with patients, their families and the rest of the Home Health team to develop personalized treatment plans that promote effective communication and enhance overall quality of life. Join our team as a Casual Speech Therapist where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing communication challenges!

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent customer service to patients and coworkers by demonstrating respect and concern.
• Performing comprehensive evaluations of patients with communication and/or swallowing disorders.
• Developing the plan of care cooperatively with the physician, patient, and family, revising as needed.
• Providing therapeutic intervention to improve communication, cognitive, and/or swallowing disorders.
• Planning with the patient, family, and other team members for the patient’s discharge from service.
• Completing all documentation on a timely basis, including but not limited to the initial screening/evaluation forms, progress notes, care plans, and discharge notes.
• Preparing patient records for recertification if necessary.
• Reporting to case manager a summary of the patient’s condition and other pertinent information.
• Working in conjunction with the office manager to schedule all appointments as needed.
• Adhering to all policies set forth in the Speech Pathology Practice Acts/American Speech-Language Hearing Association to maintain safe clinical practice.
• Maintaining a professional standard of conduct, projecting a positive image of the agency at all times.
• Complying with infection control and safety policies and procedures.
• Adhering to all agency policies and practices to maintain established standards of care.
• Performing additional duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• May be required to transport a patient from one setting to another.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of basic evaluation and treatment documentation skills.
• Ability to input billing information into computer.
• Lifting: Regularly lifts and moves patients, equipment, and supplies, with lifts up to 40 lbs.
• Carrying: Carries medical supplies, and other items weighing up to twenty pounds.
• Pushing/Pulling: Required when administering patient therapy and care.
• Climbing: Ability to use stairs, curbs, and walkways to access patient homes.
• Bending: Required when administering patient care.
• Reaching/Turning/Twisting: Required when administering care.
• Repetitive motions: Hands required for certain aspects of patient care, such as simple grasping, fine manipulation; must be able to walk and stand for various duties.

Benefits

• Continuing education credits
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Pet insurance

EOE

EOE