Speech Therapist PRN

Davita Inc.; Belpre (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health organization is hiring a Speech Therapist to provide comprehensive assessment and treatment for patients with speech and language disorders. This rich role involves developing tailored therapy plans, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring patients achieve effective communication. Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing patient lives through exceptional care.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Continuing education opportunities

Independence and autonomy

Career growth possibilities

Qualifications

• Must be currently licensed in Speech Therapy in the state.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Must have a dependable vehicle and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient care needs related to speech disorders.
• Develop therapy plans in coordination with the health care team.
• Instruct patients and families in effective communication strategies.

Skills

Assessment

Patient relationship building

Communication training

Education

Licensed in Speech Therapy

Current CPR certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring a Speech Therapist (SLP).

At HouseCalls Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful 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 a 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 practice.

• Current CPR certification required.

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

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

Housecalls Home Health 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.