Are you looking for a calling, a passion, a job/career where you can make a difference? We are looking for a Speech-Language Pathologist . We will offer: Health Insurance Dental & vision 401k Paid training Paid sick time Opportunity to grow Great company culture Archer Health is cutting-edge with its innovative approach to Home Health and Palliative care. We are seeking a dedicated and organized individual to join our team as a Speech-Language Pathologist. JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The speech–language pathologist is responsible for implementation of standards of care for speech language pathology services and for adherence to all conditions in the Service Agreement.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Conducts appropriate evaluations, assesses home environment (as appropriate), identifies equipment needs relative to speech/language function. 2. Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of care to improve patient’s function. 3. Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic technique and/or equipment. 4. Recommends communication devices/aids as indicated. 5. Confers with referring physician (or other authorized licensed independent practitioner) and other organization personnel to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care contributes to the total plan of care. 6. As appropriate, participates in case conferences, inservices and other meetings required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care. 7. Prepares and submits notes per organization policy. 8. Maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory. 9. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other services and refers as appropriate. 10. Instructs patient, family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in the patient’s treatment regime as indicated. 11. May supervise home health aide in procedures directly related to the speech–language therapy plan of care. 12. Performs other duties as required to facilitate the delivery of speech language pathology services. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. |