Speech Therapist Assistant — Flexible Hours & Impact

The-Lakes-Home-Care; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work hours

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care is seeking a Speech Therapist Assistant to support Speech-Language Pathologists in evaluating and treating patients across pediatric to geriatric populations. You will help implement therapy plans, document progress, and facilitate communication strategies to improve speech and swallowing functions.

Ideal candidates hold current state licensure or certification, with strong knowledge of IEPs, medical terminology, and inpatient care settings.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state licensure or certification.
• Strong understanding of speech and language disorders and therapeutic techniques.
• Commitment to ongoing licensure and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist Speech-Language Pathologists in patient assessments.
• Implement prescribed activities under supervision.
• Provide direct patient care and document progress.
• Support development of individualized treatment plans.
• Instruct patients on speech and communication exercises.
• Collaborate on augmentative communication strategies.
• Communicate with patients, families, and team members.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss plans.

Skills

Pediatrics experience

Adults & geriatrics

IEPs knowledge

Medical terminology

Critical care familiarity

Patient assessment techniques

Case management

Standardized testing

Inpatient settings

Education

State licensure or certification

Job description

The Lakes Home Care is seeking a Speech Therapist Assistant to support Speech-Language Pathologists in evaluating and treating patients across pediatric to geriatric populations. You will help implement therapy plans, document progress, and facilitate communication strategies to improve speech and swallowing functions.

Ideal candidates hold current state licensure or certification, with strong knowledge of IEPs, medical terminology, and inpatient care settings.