Speech Therapist (ST) - Home Health

Lifecare Home Health Family; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home health care is seeking a compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing coordinated care to clients of all ages, planning and implementing care strategies to enhance patient well-being. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of your patients while working in a supportive environment that values your skills and dedication. The company prides itself on fostering a positive team atmosphere, offering competitive pay, and providing ongoing education and recognition programs to ensure your professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in home health care, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Team Events

Recruitment Incentive Program

Continuing Education Training

Employee Recognition Programs

Performance Incentives

Family Team Environment

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as an SLP in a clinical care setting is required.
• Must maintain a valid SLP license and CPR certificate.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessments and document care plans and progress notes.
• Provide effective communication to clients and participate in case conferences.

Skills

SLP skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision-making skills

English comprehension

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Reliable transportation

Job description

Description

We are looking for a reliable and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for home health to join our team.

Coverage Areas: Wichita Falls and surrounding area

Why Beyond Faith Home Care?

Join our team at Beyond Faith Homecare and be a part of a company that strives to provide the best care for our patients while building a team of dedicated employees. If you want a company that appreciates your skills, compassion, and heart, then Beyond Faith Home Care is the place for you! We take pride in not only providing excellent care to our patients but also creating a positive team environment with employee support.

We provide:

• Competitive Pay
• Team Events
• Recruitment Incentive Program
• Continuing Education Training
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Performance Incentives
• Family Team Environment

Job Summary:

The Speech Therapist (SLP) will provide coordinated care to clients of all age groups. Plans, implements, and evaluates client care plans to restore or maintain patient well-being. Evaluates occupational roles and performance of clients with physical, psycho-social, and/or cognitive impairments. Provides intervention to deficits and elicits responses.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform clinical assessments; identify patient needs and appropriateness of client.
• Document, prepare/revise, and complete a Plan of Care (POC), progress notes, phone orders, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis.
• Analyze client needs and administer appropriate care as ordered by a physician.
• Apply concepts of infection control and universal precaution in coordination/performing client care activities to protect both client and staff (OSHA).
• Provide effective communication to clients, their families, team members, and other health care professionals. Regularly participate in case conferences.
• Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third-party payers.
• Demonstrate commitment and professional growth by participating in in-service programs and maintaining/improving competency.

Requirements

Experience:

• Two (2) years experience as an SLP in a clinical care setting.
• Preferred home health experience.

Skills:

• SLP skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrates proven decision-making skills.
• Must read, write, and comprehend English.

Education:

• Master’s degree or doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure/Certification:
• Current driver’s license in good standing. The employee is responsible for renewing their driver’s license before it expires to continue employment.
• Reliable transportation and auto liability insurance.
• Current State professional license that is in good standing to practice as an SLP in any/all applicable states.
• Current CPR certificate.

On-going employment as an SLP requires the maintenance of a valid SLP license in the state in which the therapist practices and a valid CPR certificate at all times. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew these both before they expire to continue employment.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged standing/walking is required.
• The ability to lift/transfer up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to meet deadlines and patient needs, make quick decisions, and allocate resources under stressful conditions.
• Meet patient/family individualized psychosocial needs.
• Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Environmental/Working Conditions:

• Works in clients’ homes in various conditions.
• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases.
• Some exposure to unpleasant weather; PRN emergency call.
• Ability to travel locally and work a flexible schedule.

Machinery/Tools/Equipment Requirements:

• Reliable transportation and auto liability insurance.