Speech Therapist Assistant (STA) in Davie 33314

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; Florida; Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Zusammenfassung

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is hiring a Speech Therapist Assistant to join our team to work with patients across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.

You will assist Speech-Language Pathologists, implement therapy activities, document progress, and contribute to individualized treatment plans, including AAC strategies, while ensuring clear communication with families and the interdisciplinary team. This role emphasizes compassionate patient care, accurate record-keeping, and ongoing

Qualifikationen

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

Aufgaben

• Assist Speech-Language Pathologists in patient assessments.
• Implement prescribed activities under supervision.
• Provide direct patient care and document progress.
• Support treatment plan development.
• Instruct patients in speech and communication exercises.
• Collaborate on augmentative and alternative communication strategies.
• Maintain effective communication with patients and families.
• Document interactions and progress accurately.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss plans.

Kenntnisse

Pediatrics

Adults & Geriatrics

IEP Knowledge

Medical terminology

Inpatient experience

Assessment techniques

Case management

Standardized testing

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

State licensure/certification

Jobbeschreibung

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