Traveling Clinical Speech Pathologist - Home Health

Cleveland Clinic; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 63,250 - 96,467; Full time

Job summary

The Cleveland Clinic is seeking a Clinical Speech Pathologist for a home-care role that travels to patients' residences in Ohio. You will assess, plan, and implement speech-language pathology services, and supervise staff while contributing to daily operation management.

Responsibilities include therapy interventions, evaluating communication and swallowing, documenting progress, and participating in interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology required.
• State of Ohio SP licensure required.
• ASHA CCC-SLP certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license required on hire; per policy 8-175 thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition and establish goals and plan of care appropriate to problems identified and involve the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
• Perform therapy interventions using standard speech therapy techniques and skills appropriate for the patient’s age and condition.
• Evaluate communication and swallowing function of patients.
• Select assistive speech devices to improve patient’s communication.
• Maintain complete and up-to-date documentation and files regarding patient condition and effectiveness and timeliness of care and interventions.
• Participate in ongoing interdisciplinary assessment of assigned patients.
• Participate as a member of the hospice interdisciplinary team when necessary.

Education

Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Ohio Speech-Language Pathology licensure (SP)

ASHA CCC-SLP (Certification of Clinical Competence)

BLS certification

Valid Ohio Driver’s license upon hire

Job description

The Cleveland Clinic is seeking a Clinical Speech Pathologist for a home-care role that travels to patients' residences in Ohio. You will assess, plan, and implement speech-language pathology services, and supervise staff while contributing to daily operation management.

Responsibilities include therapy interventions, evaluating communication and swallowing, documenting progress, and participating in interdisciplinary teams.