Speech Therapist - Home Health

Davita Inc.; Northwood Estates (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is hiring a Speech Therapist in Alabama. The role involves autonomous patient care and assessments in a home health setting, emphasizing building trusted relationships and providing effective therapy. This position offers opportunities for continuous education and professional growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Continuing education reimbursement

Independence and autonomy in practice

Career growth possibilities

Qualifications

• Current licensure in Speech Therapy in Alabama is a must.
• Must hold a current CPR certification.
• Access to a dependable vehicle is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient care needs related to speech and language disorders.
• Develop and implement therapy plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
• Instruct patients and families on speech therapy processes.

Skills

Patient Communication

Therapeutic Assessment

Team Collaboration

Education

Licensed Speech Therapist in Alabama

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring a Speech Therapist (SLP). True PRN hours!

At Cherokee Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy themeaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families,each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people.You can find a home for your career here.

As aSpeech Therapist, you can expect:

• the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships.


• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities


• independence and autonomy


• career growth possibilities

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

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.

• 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 by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.


• Treats patients to communicate effectively by expressing thoughts according to the patient's condition using acceptable standards of practice.


• Instructs the patient, the family and/or caregiver and other members of the health care team in areas of speech therapy in which they can participate.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

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


• Current CPR certification


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

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.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Cherokee Home Health - Centre 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.