Speech Therapist SLP

Davita Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Part-Time or PRN Home Health Speech Therapist for their Virginia Beach location. The role involves assessing patient care needs, providing targeted speech therapy, and fostering strong relationships with patients and families. Enjoy flexible scheduling, continuing education opportunities, and a culture centered on helping individuals improve their quality of life.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be currently licensed in Speech Therapy in the state of Virginia.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Must have a current driver's license and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with speech and language disorders.
• Develop therapy plans in coordination with healthcare teams.
• Instruct patients and caregivers on treatment practices.

Skills

Patient assessment

Communication

Therapist-patient relationship building

Education

Licensed in Speech Therapy

Current CPR certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Part Time or PRN Home Health Speech Therapist to join our team in Virginia Beach, VA!

At Generations 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 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 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


• 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

Generations Home Health - Virginia Beach VA 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.