What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Nurses Association - Speech Language Pathologist - Homecare - Per Diem position at Elliot Health System and Careers?
Who We Are:
The VNA of Manchester and Southern New Hampshire provides 24/7 in-home support and services to patients in Manchester and the surrounding communities. We are committed to helping our patients navigate the challenges they face at home while recovering from surgery or coping with life-limiting illnesses or physical disabilities. The VNA care team provides individualized care across the continuum, bringing peace of mind to patients and their loved ones while providing professional healthcare services in the comfort of home.
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About the Job:
Demonstrates competence in providing professional speech/language pathology services to clients/patients of all ages whose needs range from basic to complex. Plans and implements age appropriate, specific treatment programs for individual client/patients with a level of skill in accordance with accepted principles and practice.
What You’ll Do:
- Assess patients and environment appropriately.
- Plans and implements care appropriately.
- Evaluates and updates appropriateness of care plan and physicians’ orders.
- Communicates appropriate information to patients, peers, managers, physicians, departments, and other agencies involved.
- Integrates problem-solving methodology and quality improvement in resolving problems related to patient care and organizational processes.
- Explains insurance and costs of care appropriately to patients/ significant other.
Who You Are:
Education: Master's degree or equivalent in field of speech/language pathology required.
Experience: Equivalent of one (1) year in a staff speech/language pathologist position in a relevant work setting required.
Certification/Licensure: Certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech/Language and Hearing Association required. Licensed by the Board of Speech/Language Pathology required.
Other: Valid Driver’s License required to travel throughout southern New Hampshire to provide home health care service and other job-related activities. Proof of automobile insurance required. Motor vehicle background report will be conducted.
Why You’ll Love Us:
- Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage
- Competitive pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
And more!
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