Speech Therapist FT

Davita Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a full-time Speech Therapist to join their home health team in Tampa, Florida. The role involves assessing and treating patients with speech and language disorders while collaborating closely with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Candidates must hold a current Florida Speech Therapy license and possess strong evaluation and treatment skills. Flexibility for scheduling and patient visits within a broad service area is required.

Qualifications

• Must be currently licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of FL.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Access to a dependable vehicle and valid driver's license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop treatment plans as per state laws.
• Provide evidence-based treatments for speech, language, and cognitive impairments.
• Instruct and educate patients and healthcare team members about speech therapy.

Skills

Assessment and Evaluation

Patient Treatment

Communication Skills

Education

Speech Therapy License in Florida

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring a FT SLP!

The Speech Therapist in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to treating speech and language disorders, and functional training in communication, swallowing, and cognitive impairments. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Speech Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress.

Responsibilities

• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of speech therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team.


• Evaluates the patient's level of function,, status of all body systems as required for CMS documentation, and speech therapy needs using standardized and/or criterion referenced tools. Consults with the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.


• Treats patients' speech production, fluency, language, cognition, voice, resonance, swallowing, and auditory habilitation/rehabilitation using evidence based standards of practice.


• Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition.


• Instructs the patient, the family and/or caregiver and other members of the health care team in areas of therapy within the scope of speech-language pathology.


• Visits patients within the entire service area of their respective agency and other nearby LHC agencies as needed.


• According to plan of treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits progress notes per LHC policy.


• Completes all patient evaluations and develops the ST plan of care within state specific guidelines. Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated projected frequency of care to nurse supervisor within 24 hours of the evaluation.


• Participates in staff conferences and committees as requested by the agency. .


• Provides in-service education as requested by agency leadership. Prepares a written discharge summary and/or a written summary report on patient's condition at least every 60 days.


• Adheres to LHC Therapy Standards of Practice in provision of services to all patients.


• Is responsible for accessing education to maintain and enhance clinical knowledge and skills that are up to date with the current standards of care for the profession and to maintain state issued licensure.


• Schedule flexibility is needed in this role to ensure we provide care to the patient as needed. Requires the ability to participate in a weekend rotation and potential availability on observed holidays to ensure we are meeting the demands of our patients.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Must be currently licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of FL


• Current CPR certification


• Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle

Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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Mederi Caretenders a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.