What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist position at Joliet?
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Do you love helping others live their best life possible? Are you passionate about promoting quality of life by providing world-class care?
Inspired by nurses, Boost Home Healthcare makes it easier for patients to focus on recovery and wellness by personalizing and coordinating care. As a member of our team, you'll play a key role in providing quality home healthcare, where patients are able to remain independent at their place of residence in the healthiest and happiest state of being possible.
A Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) administers speech therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Supervisor or Manager, Speech therapy services are furnished only by or under the supervision of a qualified speech pathologist.
Why join our team:
- Treated with respect and dignity
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Supported in the field
- Flexible scheduling
- Phone stipend
- Mileage reimbursement
What you'll be doing:
- Gather background data, reviews referrals, selects and modifies evaluation tools, and evaluates patients determining the level of patient's physical and psychosocial functioning.
- Reevaluate the patient's progress during treatment at appropriate intervals, recommending, acquiring, and modifying necessary adaptive equipment to augment the patient's independence.
- Provide full range speech language pathology services as ordered by physician.
- Consult with physicians regarding change of treatment.
- Supervise home health aide as appropriate per state and federal guidelines.
- Evaluate outcomes and discharge planning.
What we're looking for:
- A passion to serve and help others live their best lives possible.
- A Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology, and is licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist by the state where they furnish services, -or-
- Successfully completed 350 clock hours of supervised clinical practicum (or be in the process of completing), at least nine months of supervised full-time SLP experience, and has successfully completed a national examination approved by the Secretary.
- Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing (refer to SLP state specific qualifications).
- Minimum of one (1) year in an acute care setting.
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $ $85.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
BE PART OF A GROWING INDUSTRY THAT CHANGES LIVES.
Inspired by nurses, Boost Home Healthcare makes it easier for patients to focus on recovery and wellness by personalizing and coordinating care.
Salary : $85