Home Health- Speech Pathologist

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Responsible for performance of all speech- language, communicative, and swallowing diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures on inpatients and outpatients; specifically, conducts evaluations and analyzes the results to diagnose the disorder; recommends and conducts appropriate rehabilitation intervention; counsels the patient and family (as approved by the patient) as to the current status of the patient and plans appropriate intervention to address the specific needs of the patient; writes reports on all diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures in the EMR.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

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  * 1.1. Able to interpret physician referrals to perform basic clinical evaluations.
  *1.2. Performs all patient care responsibilities consistently with age-specific criteria.
  *1.3. Demonstrates technical skill and accuracy in performing basic treatments.
  1.4. Develops population-specific treatment programs which reflect compliance with established clinical protocols where appropriate, monitors
  patient responses, and terminates treatments when appropriate.
  *1.5. Sets measurable and appropriate goals that reflect patient/family involvement and seeks appropriate assistance.
  *1.6. Provides patient and family education.
  1.7. Initiates and maintains current records and reports concerning patient course, re-evaluates and updates goals, and plans as necessary,
  based on the patient's response to treatment.
  *1.8. Uses equipment in a safe and effective manner.
  *1.9. Reports malfunctioning or missing equipment to supervisor and takes corrective action to remove equipment from use.
  *1.10. Assumes responsibility for order of working areas.
  *1.11. Maintains a high standard of professional accountability with respect to safety, efficiency, effectiveness, ethics, and legal issues.
  *1.12. Demonstrates compliance with all health system standards and regulations.
  *1.13. Participates constructively in team conferences, rounds, clinics, and discharge planning, as appropriate.
  *1.14. Utilizes Assistant and support staff and volunteers appropriately in the delivery of patient care

EDUCATION

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology; Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology completed

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of two (2) years as a clinical speech language pathologist in a large medical center-based practice preferred. Experience working with children and/or adults, depending on the assigned setting. Clinical experience with a variety of diagnoses to include post-surgical, developmental, neurological, genetic, oncologic, and traumatic. Home care experience is preferred.

LICENSURE

Must maintain a current unrestricted license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist in CT. A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance are required when using a personal vehicle for company business. Access to a dependable vehicle in order to travel to multiple stops a day. CPR certification is required and must be maintained. Candidates who do not have certification are required to obtain it within 3 months (90 days) of hire.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Basic therapy home care knowledge, OASIS, home care regulations and Conditions of Participation. Requires working with highly complex cases in a fast-paced environment. Position requires knowledge of age-specific assessments and treatment interventions