Speech Therapist Assistant

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. in Miami, FL is seeking a Speech Therapist Assistant to support Speech-Language Pathologists in assessing and treating pediatric to geriatric patients. This position offers flexible schedules and collaborative teamwork in a patient-centered setting.

The successful candidate will implement prescribed activities, monitor progress, and contribute to comprehensive treatment plans while communicating with families and the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state licensure or certification
• Experience with speech and language disorders and therapeutic techniques
• Ability to work with pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations
• Excellent communication with families and interdisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Assist SLPs in patient assessments and information gathering
• Implement prescribed therapy under supervision
• Provide direct patient care and document progress
• Support treatment plan development and modification
• Instruct patients in exercises to improve speech and language
• Collaborate on AAC strategies with the team
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and staff
• Maintain accurate documentation of interactions and progress
• Participate in team meetings to discuss plans and progress

Skills

Pediatrics

Geriatrics

IEPs

Medical terminology

Critical care

Assessment techniques

Documentation

Team collaboration

Inpatient experience

Testing procedures

Job description

The Lakes Home Care is hiring a Speech Therapist Assistant for a 22 year old at Miami, FL , 33175. The ideal candidate will work with patients to treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. Patient populations may include neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups

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:

• Experience in 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

Requirements:

• Current and valid state licensure or certification

• Strong understanding of speech and language disorders and therapeutic techniques - Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Commitment to maintaining licensure and participating in professional development activities

The Lakes Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work hours where you create your own schedule