What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist position at Seacrest Behavioral Health?
Role: Speech Therapist providing home-based speech, language, and swallowing services for patients in home health and hospice settings.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop evidence-based, individualized care plans.
- Deliver therapy sessions in patients' homes, focusing on communication and swallowing improvements.
- Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Educate caregivers on communication strategies and safety protocols.
- Document all care activities in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Strong clinical skills in speech, language, and swallowing therapy.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Ability to work independently in a home environment.
- Commitment to patient-centered, compassionate care.