Speech Language Pathologist

Overview

This role is for Weatherford, Granbury, and surrounding areas. Summary of Primary Function/Scope: Professional member of a Home Health Team who provides Speech and Language Therapy and/or Dysphagia services in the patient’s home under the direction of a plan of care (POC) ordered by a Physician. Performance evaluations are performed by peers. Essential Responsibilities: ● Follows Physician orders to evaluate the patient’s Speech/Language/Dysphagia deficits and recommend appropriate corrective therapy. ● Establishes and develops a plan of care (POC). Make changes to the POC as appropriate. Conducts appropriate assessments, in alignment with State and Federal regulations. ● Discusses programs/clients progress with Physician, team members and caregivers as appropriate. ● Instructs family and health team personnel in methods of Speech and Language improvements. Document initial evaluation and on-going assessment according to IHT procedures. ● Participates in team conferences and discharge planning activities. ● Observes all IHT policies and procedures including HIPAA. ● Respects patient rights, cultural beliefs. ● Accepts only those assignments for which she/he is qualified. ● Communicates with the Clinical Director about any problems or concerns. ● Complies with state regulatory acts. ● Ensures that documentation is comprehensive, complete, accurate and submitted on the required EMS system, in a timely manner. Submission of visits need to be within 24 hours of the Evaluations and the treatment visit. ● Ensures that documentation is submitted in accordance with IHT policy and procedure. ● Ensures that documentation is dated and signed or countersigned with name and title. Education/Experience: ● Master’s degree from an accredited university. ● Has been granted a certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech/Language Pathology or Audiology by the American Speech and Hearing Association; or meets the equivalent education requirements and work experience necessary for such certification. ● Must be currently licensed by the State, in which the services will be performed. ● Must be willing to maintain all licenses and certifications/continuing education, to practice in the State, and in the Home Health Care field. Physical Requirements: ● Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear ● Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. ● Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. ● Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. Benefits Offered: ● Medical, dental, vision insurance ● 401k ● 15 days of PTO per year ● $475/month in monthly car allowance ● Student loan assistance ● Free CEUs ● Supplies and Tablet provided ● Long and short-term disability ● Training and mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher
• Valid Speech Pathology in Texas (TX)
• Valid Regular Driver License (DL) in Texas (TX)
• Are you vaccinated against COVID-19?

Benefits

Company

Our client is a highly skilled team of physical, occupational, and speech therapists who are redefining how care is delivered to our agency partners. Backed by a premier support team, their therapists have the right resources to ensure that patients are delivered the highest quality care. We accomplish this with integrity and compassion by providing our team with the tools and training they need to thrive.