Speech Therapist Assistant (STA)

The-Lakes-Home-Care; Ave Maria (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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 join our team. You will work with patients across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations to treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.

Responsibilities include assisting Speech-Language Pathologists, implementing activities, documenting progress, and supporting treatment plans while collaborating with the care team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Pediatric, adult, geriatric experience

IEP knowledge

Medical terminology

Critical care environment

Assessment techniques

Case management

Standardized testing

Inpatient experience

Education

State licensure or certification

Job description

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