Speech Language Therapist

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Ashealthnet · Columbus, OH

Part-timeOn-site2w ago

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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.

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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 physicianEvaluates the patient's level of functioning by applying diagnostic and prognostic proceduresDevelops an individualized ST plan of care and makes adjustments as needs changeObserves, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress to attending physician and any appropriate agency staffInforms health care staff through certain phases of speech therapy which they may use to work with the patientUses activities and home exercise programs to improve swallowing, breathing, cognition, speech and communication, and/or any other speech therapy related functionGuides the patient in his/her use of therapeutic, creative and self-care activities for the purpose of improving functioningPromotes continuity of care with appropriate admissions, transfers and dischargesCounsels and instructs patient and family on the disease/injury/disability and how to manage in all phases of speech therapyIncorporates patient and family in development of plan of careInstructs patient and family members on proper use of procedures and any equipmentHelps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisionsListens to patient and family membersCompletes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelinesDocuments all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient educationCompletes chart audits at agency location as requestedCommunicates with scheduler any changes as neededParticipates in all on-call requirements and case conferencesAttends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetingsParticipates in education programs and in-services as mandated by state lawParticipates in orientation/training of new employeesMaintains a professional appearance as a representative of the companyUnderstands and practices agencyHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Flexible schedulePerformance bonus

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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

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