Speech Therapist, ST CCC-SLP PRN

LHC Group, Inc.; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is hiring a PRN Speech Therapist for home health care in Texas. The role involves evaluating patient needs for speech and language disorders, providing tailored treatment plans, and collaborating with a healthcare team to ensure effective communication. A valid Texas speech therapy license and CPR certification are required.

Benefits

Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in Speech Therapy in Texas.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Access to a dependable vehicle is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessing and evaluating patient care needs.
• Develops therapy plans in coordination with healthcare team.
• Instructs patients and families on speech therapy practices.

Skills

Communication

Patient Evaluation

Therapy Planning

Education

Licensed in Speech Therapy

CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a PRN Speech Therapist in the Palestine area.

Salary based on full-time employment and max productivity: $90000 to $110000 per year

At CHRISTUS HomeCare, 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 Home Health Speech Therapist (ST, SLP) 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 stateof practice
• Current CPRcertification
• Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle orpublic transportation

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Company OverviewLHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.

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

CHRISTUS HomeCarea part ofLHC 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.