Speech Therapist Part time/PRN

LHC Group Inc

Trumbull, CT

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Driver's License, Functional Programming Languages, Functional Testing, Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, Home Care, Medical Assistance, Medical Treatment, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Speech and Language Pathology, State Laws and Regulations, Training/Teaching, Treatment Evaluation, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Trumbull, CT
POSTED
30+ days ago

Summary We are hiring for a Speech Therapist. Salary based on Full-time employment and max productivity $105K At Patient Care Home Health, 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 Speech Therapist in Home Health 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 state of NJ Current CPR certification Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public

About the Company

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LHC Group Inc

Choosing a career in home healthcare is a smart choice for many reasons – strong industry growth and job security, personal and professional happiness, and the knowledge that you are part of something that makes a big difference in the lives of so many people. Because the best care happens in the context of strong relationships. We empower our clinicians and staff to build the kind of relationships in our communities that ensure quality, consistency, and stability in all we do. We lead the industry in quality ratings but that is not enough for us. We’re committed to establishing a new standard of clinical excellence and outstanding service in all we do.
COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
WEBSITE
https://careers.lhcgroup.com/careers-home/