Speech Language Pathologist

Do you believe in clinical excellence? Do you think "outside of the box" and desire to work for a company that will support your creativity and clinical growth when providing therapy services? Look no further...We Are Sovereign.

Sovereign Healthcare Group is an innovative In-House company that currently serves skilled nursing facilities and home health clients in Missouri and Arizona. At Sovereign, we are looking for extraordinary Speech-Language Pathologists to provide dedicated care to the residents we are serving in Joplin, MO.

Since our beginnings in 2021, we have experienced phenomenal growth in all of the areas we serve. We are looking for committed Part Time (or consistent PRN) Speech-Language Pathologists and would love to make you part of Sovereign Healthcare Group! CFYs are welcome to apply, as we have experienced Speech-Language Pathologists that can dedicate quality time to oversee a Clinical Fellowship Year for those new graduates.

Sovereign hires clinicians who are enthusiastic, loyal, and committed to clinical excellence when delivering efficient and quality patient care. If you are looking for a career change, and a company that believes in clinical development and internal growth, please check us out.

Responsibilities

• Identify and meet patient goals and needs based on holistic assessment and functional reassessments during patient care
• Conduct, evaluate and document a thorough functional and comprehensive assessment/evaluation of the patient/resident, utilizing standardized procedures, with use of point of service documentation when appropriate. Assessment of home/vocational and equipment needs when appropriate
• Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on resident needs and containing achievable functional goals
• Document the course of treatment in a clear concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format
• Work with nursing staff, resident and families to maximize resident's use of functional abilities
• Assist and support on weekends, as needed, in order to meet patient needs and Medicare standards for seven day a week therapy provision
• Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions
• Instruct residents and family/other caregiver about exercise programs and therapeutic procedures to be continued by the resident at home following treatment
• Attend and participate in, or provide information for rehabilitation team conferences regarding resident progress, problems or needs
• Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings, along with marketing and sales team as required
• Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Inform residents of any potential risk during any procedures with documentation recorded in the EMR System
• Maintain the expected productivity level that has been discussed and is expected for your position at your particular facility/facilities

Skills

• Clinical experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist/CFY Candidates would be considered for this position
• Act in compliance with national and state regulatory and ASHA standards and guidelines
• Current knowledge of treatment practices
• Demonstrate a knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination, and third party reimbursement guidelines
• Exhibit professional behavior at all times
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid, active license to practice Speech-Language Pathology within the state of hire
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program

Pay: From $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certificate of Clinical Competence in SLP (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50