Speech Therapist Assistant | Flexible Hours & Impactful Care

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; Florida; Presencial; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Competitive salary

Flexible scheduling

Resumo da vaga

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking a Speech Therapist Assistant to join our team. The role involves working with patients across neonatal to geriatric populations to treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.

You will assist licensed Speech-Language Pathologists with assessments, implement therapy activities, document progress, and help develop individualized treatment plans in a patient-centered care environment.

Qualificações

• Experience with pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
• Knowledge of IEPs and school settings.
• Familiarity with medical terminology related to speech pathology.
• Ability to work in critical care environments.
• Strong patient assessment skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conhecimentos

Pediatrics/Adults/Geriatrics

IEP knowledge

Medical terminology

Inpatient care

Assessment techniques

Compassionate care

Standardized tests

Team collaboration

Descrição da vaga

The Lakes Home Care is hiring a Speech Therapist Assistant to join our team. 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