Speech Therapist PRN

LHC Group, Inc.; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is hiring a PRN Speech Therapist in Florida. This role involves assessing and treating patients with speech and language disorders, offering flexible scheduling and opportunities for career growth. Ideal candidates will be licensed in Speech Therapy and have a passion for helping others.

Benefits

Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Career growth possibilities

Qualifications

• Currently licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient care needs related to speech and language disorders.
• Provide therapy services in accordance with the plan of care.
• Instruct patients and families in speech therapy participation.

Skills

Communication

Patient Assessment

Therapeutic Techniques

Education

Licensed in Speech Therapy

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a PRN Speech Therapist.

Average rate: $42 to $45 per visit

At [BRANCH], a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We enjoy meaningful connections with patients, 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 Speech Therapist, you can expect:

• The ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Flexible scheduling 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 assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to treating speech and language disorders, as well as functional training in communication, swallowing, and cognitive impairments.

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

Evaluates the patient's functional level using diagnostic and prognostic tests and assists the physician in developing the therapy plan of care.

Treats patients to communicate effectively, expressing thoughts according to their condition, following acceptable standards of practice.

Instructs patients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare team members in areas of speech therapy participation.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Must be currently licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Must have a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or transportation

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Willcare, part of the LHC Group family, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care across home health, hospice, community-based services, and inpatient care, all centered around our mission: It's all about helping people.