Speech Language Therapist

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.               

Schedule: 3 days a week Monday-Friday

Territory: Millersport, Adelphi, Amanda, Baltimore, Bremen, Carroll, Carroll, Reflections-Lancaster, Lancaster, Laurelville, Pleasantville, Rushville, Stoutsville, Sugar Grove, Tarlton, Thurston, Kingston, Thornville, Ashville, Bloomingburg, Circleville, Commercial Pt., Derby, Harrisburg, Jeffersonville, New Holland, Orient, Washington Ct. House, Williamsport, Reynoldsburg, Brice, Canal Winchester, Groveport, Lithopolis, Lockbourne, Pickerington, Columbus, E. Cen Columbus, German Village, S Columbus, Columbus, Columbus - NE Central, Whitehall, Rickenbacker, Columbus (Airport), Linwood, Edgewater Park

Agency: The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

SUMMARY:
The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician within specified geographical territory. The SLP educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The SLP is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The Company adopts the speech-language pathologist scope of practice as outlined in Chapter 4753 ORC for its licensed SLP personnel. The SLP is responsible for all practices and duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the state.

WHAT WE OFFER:
We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives.  We've launched a new guaranteed base salary plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our Clinicians make every day. We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions.  Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you.  Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES:

A current Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license in the state of employment.

Minimum of on year of experience as a SLP is preferred.

Home care experience is desired.

Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.

Knowledgeable on speech therapy best practices. Ability to make appropriate speech therapy judgments.

Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.

Detail-oriented and observant.

Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely.

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.


MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Provides skilled speech therapy as ordered by the attending physician

Evaluates the patient’s level of functioning by applying diagnostic and prognostic procedures

Develops an individualized ST plan of care and makes adjustments as needs change

Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress to attending physician and any appropriate agency staff

Informs health care staff through certain phases of speech therapy which they may use to work with the patient

Uses activities and home exercise programs to improve swallowing, breathing, cognition, speech and communication, and/or any other speech therapy related function

Guides the patient in his/her use of therapeutic, creative and self-care activities for the purpose of improving functioning

Promotes continuity of care with appropriate admissions, transfers and discharges

Counsels and instructs patient and family on the disease/injury/disability and how to manage in all phases of speech therapy

Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care

Instructs patient and family members on proper use of procedures and any equipment

Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions

Listens to patient and family members

Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines

Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education

Completes chart audits at agency location as requested

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