Speech Therapist

Avalon Health Care Group; Roosevelt (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical, Dental & Vision

FSA & Dependent Care FSA

Life Insurance

AD&D, LTD, STD

Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital-

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Auto/Home Insurance

Job summary

Avalon Care Center in Roosevelt, UT is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist to provide intermittent speech therapy at patients’ residences. The position is on call and follows physician orders and plan of care under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Manager.

The role requires a master’s or doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology and state licensure, with supervised practicum hours and national exam requirements; licensure in practicing states is

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the practicing state.
• 350 clock hours of supervised practicum; 9 months supervised SLP experience; successful completion of a national exam approved by the Secretary.
• Currently licensed in the practicing state(s).
• Two years’ experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements full range Speech Language Pathology services as ordered by physician.
• Improves or maximizes patient communication, returning the individual to optimum functioning.
• Participates with home care personnel in patient care planning.
• Directs and supervises personnel as assigned.
• Takes initial history and performs initial evaluation.
• Writes reports to physicians regarding patient progress and educates patients/families in home programs.

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Uintah Basin Rehabilitation and Senior Villa in Roosevelt, UT is hiring a Speech Therapist to join our growing team!

On Call

At Avalon Care Center we continue to develop our culture of providing outstanding care to residents. We know our staff makes all the difference at our facilities, and we take great pride in ensuring that we provide the best work environment. Whether you are a new graduate, or someone with years of experience in the field, Avalon has opportunities for everyone.

Full-time Are Eligible For

• 401K
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• FSA & Dependent Care FSA
• Life Insurance
• AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance.

Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) administers speech therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Manager. Speech therapy services are furnished only by or under the supervision of a qualified speech pathologist or audiologist

Responsibilities

• Improves or maximizes the communication of the patient.
• Returns the individual to optimum and productive living within the patient’s capabilities.
• Periodically participates with all other home care personnel in patient care planning.
• Provides full range Speech Language Pathology Services as ordered by physician
• Directs and supervises personnel, as assigned.
• Takes initial history and makes initial evaluation.
• Performs all skilled procedures.
• Consults with physicians regarding change of treatment.
• Writes reports to physicians regarding patient’s progress.Instructs patients and family members in home programs.

Requirements

• A master’s or doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology, and is licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist by the state where they furnish services, or
• Must have successfully completed 350 clock hours of supervised clinical practicum (or be in the process of completing), at least nine months of supervised full-time SLP experience, and has successfully completed a national examination approved by the Secretary.
• Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
• Two (2) years’ experience, preferred.