Speech Therapy Assistant - Flexible Hours & Impact

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work hours

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking a Speech Therapist Assistant to join our team in Florida. The role focuses on treating speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across neonatal to geriatric populations.

Responsibilities include assisting Speech-Language Pathologists, implementing therapy plans, documenting progress, and supporting individualized treatment strategies. Strong collaboration with the care team and effective communication with patients and families are

Qualifications

• Current and valid state licensure or certification.
• Knowledge of speech and language disorders and therapeutic techniques.
• Commitment to maintaining licensure and participating in professional development activities.
• Experience with pediatric, adult and geriatric populations in school, hospital or clinic settings.
• Ability to work in critical care environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist Speech-Language Pathologists in conducting patient assessments and gathering relevant information.
• Implement prescribed therapeutic activities and exercises under the guidance of the Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Provide direct patient care, monitoring and documenting progress during treatment sessions.
• Support the Speech-Language Pathologist in developing and modifying individualized treatment plans.
• Instruct patients in exercises and activities to improve speech, language, and communication skills.
• Collaborate with the Speech-Language Pathologist to implement augmentative and alternative communication strategies.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and progress.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss treatment plans and patient progress.

Skills

Pediatrics and geriatrics

IEPs

Medical terminology

Critical care environments

Patient assessment

Case management

Standardized testing

Inpatient experience

Job description

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking a Speech Therapist Assistant to join our team in Florida. The role focuses on treating speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across neonatal to geriatric populations.

Responsibilities include assisting Speech-Language Pathologists, implementing therapy plans, documenting progress, and supporting individualized treatment strategies. Strong collaboration with the care team and effective communication with patients and families are