Speech Therapist (SLP) for Home Health

FeldCare Connects; National City (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Speech Therapist for Home Health to deliver exceptional care to patients of all ages. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing personalized treatment plans, and monitoring progress to enhance communication and cognitive abilities. Enjoy the flexibility of creating your own schedule while working independently in a supportive environment. Join a passionate team that values your expertise and commitment to improving patient well-being. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of your patients, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexibility in scheduling

Independence as a contractor

Administrative support

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Licensed Speech Therapist with enthusiasm for patient care.
• Completion of accredited program and clinical competence certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient care needs for speech and language disorders.
• Develop and execute treatment plans based on physician referrals.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with all ages

Communication skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Education

Speech Therapist license

Accredited Speech Therapist program

Certificate of Clinical Competence

Job description

This position is for an Independent Contractor to serve the National City area specifically.

FeldCare Connects is currently seeking a self-motivated Speech Therapist to deliver premier excellence of care and is enthusiastic about working with adults of all ages.

The Speech Therapist in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs in treating speech and language disorders, training functionality in communication, swallowing, and cognitive impairments. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Speech Pathologist determines a treatment plan, executes interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and monitors the patient's progress effectively.

A Speech Therapist for Home Health must:

• Interpret, plan, establish, and execute a proper treatment program in accordance with the physician's referral.
• Look over, record, and report the patient's response to treatment and any alterations in the patient's condition.
• Instruct, teach, and monitor patients, their families, and other health team personnel regarding speech therapy procedures as related to the patient's therapy program.
• Make recommendations based on the home setting and individual needs of the patient.
• Keep a record of each patient visit and incorporate detailed notes into the medical record.
• Review the patient's responses to treatment and make recommendations to the physician related to the need of continuing or discontinuing the speech therapy treatment.

Qualifications:

• Ability and enthusiasm in working with all ages
• Speech Therapist license and registration by the state
• Completion of an accredited Speech Therapist program
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (in speech pathology or audiology) granted by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• Bilingual a plus!

We provide our clinicians with resources to be successful and maintain work-life balance:

• Flexibility: make your own schedule and work in the area of your preference
• Independence: be your own boss, earn above-average compensation, and write off expenses
• Administrative Support: assigning, communication, scheduling, care coordination, & quality assurance
• Purpose: join a group that shares your passion for helping people

If you are interested in learning more about the exciting opportunities with FeldCare Connects, please visit www.feldcareconnects.com.