Seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for a home health services company with a specialty in therapy, private duty nursing, and skilled nursing visits for infants and children. The company is committed to providing each patient with an exceptional level of care.
- Performs clinical assessment; Identifies patient needs and appropriateness of patient.
- Documents, prepares and completes a Plan of Care, progress notes, phone orders and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis.
- Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
- Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
- Performs and oversees other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patient s needs and desires.
- Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board.
- Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desirable outcomes
- Provides appropriate plan, treatment, and evaluation for speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders with appropriate tests and measurements. Maintains pertinent records of specific tests performed and progress made.
- Educates patient/family concerning patient deficits, ways to facilitate communication, and appropriate discharge plans through family members.
- Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.
- Promotes Agency mission and administrative policies.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Medical specialties:
Role characteristics:
- Adolescents
- Children
- Infants
Schedule:
Work setting:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- North Austin/Round Rock/ Pflugerville: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Requirements
- Current Texas State License as a Speech Language Pathologist
- Current Texas Driver s License
- Proof of current CPR
Benefits
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
- In-house Training
- Weekly Pay
- 401(k)
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Life Insurance
Speech Language Pathologist