What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist PRN position at Cassia?
Pro Rehab, an established Rehab company with over 35 years of successful business, is looking for a Speech Therapist to join our staff at Westhaven, in Boone, IA. Whether you are just starting out or looking to take the next step, Westhaven is a place where your work is valued and your future supported. No Productivity Requirements! New grads are welcome to apply!
Position Type: PRN/ On-Call, minimum availability of 6 hours per month
Wage Range: $45 - $60 / hour depending on experience.
Location: 112 W 4th St, Boone, IA 50036
Speech Therapist Responsibilities:
- Assess & Diagnose Communication Disorders: Evaluate patient needs and deficits such as but not limited to: patients with speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing difficulties.
- Develop & Implement Treatment Plans: Create personalized therapy programs to improve the functional deficits of the patient.
- Provide Speech & Language Therapy: Conduct exercises and interventions to improve communication and speech abilities.
- Educate & Support Patients & Families: Teach strategies for effective communication and techniques to improve daily life.
- Monitor Progress & Adjust Treatment: Track patient improvements, document progress, and modify therapy plans as needed.
- Collaborate with Healthcare & Education Teams: Work with doctors, teachers, and therapists to ensure comprehensive support for patients.
- Must be a graduate from an Accredited Speech Therapy Program and have a bachelor’s degree.
- Must possess a current accredited MN Speech Therapist License.
- Must possess strong knowledge regarding state, federal, and local regulations as they pertain to Home Health care.
- Develop care plans and discharge planning strategies for optimal patient recovery.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and personalized treatment plans.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills to educate patients and their families on therapy techniques and home care practices.
- Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.
- Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
- Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
- ESST – Earned Sick and Safe Time
About Pro Rehab:
Our philosophy reflects the belief that each individual is a unique and important person. We help to promote the dignity and self-worth of each person in a safe, friendly, and progressive manner. Pro Rehab has expertise in long term care, sub-acute, transitional care, home health and outpatient. We currently provide services at over 30 locations in Minnesota, North Dakota and Iowa.
Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!
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Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.
Salary : $45 - $60