Speech-Language Pathologist, Home Health – Part Time Position Available In Capitol, Connecticut

Job Description:

Careers With Purpose Join our not-for-profit organization thathas provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors witha commitment to quality care and service in a Christianenvironment.

Facility:

GSS SD Sf Vlg Location:

Sioux Falls, SDAddress:

3901 S Marion Rd, Sioux Falls, SD 57106,

USA Shift:

DayJob Schedule:

Part time

Weekly Hours:

20.00

Salary Range:

$31.00 -$49.50

Pay Info:

$5,000 Sign on Bonus Job Summary Administersspeech and language evaluations, tests or examinations to diagnoseand plan treatments for clients/patients/residents with variousspeech problems and swallowing disorders. Assessesclients/patients/residents with various speech, language, cognitiveor swallowing problems and develops individualized treatment plansbased on clinical diagnoses. Provides speech and language servicesto clients/patients/residents; monitors disease progression andadjusts treatments accordingly. Instructsclients/patients/residents in practicing speech and languagetherapeutic exercises; provides consultation forclients/patients/residents working through speech and languagetreatment processes. Ensures all speech and language relatedstandards, policies, protocols and quality requirements are met.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis anddisorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance withdepartmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements.

Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialtyprovided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheresto accepted clinical practice guidelines of professionalorganization. Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable workschedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote thedepartment, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will beinteracting with individuals outside of the department includingbut not limited to: providers, case managers, third party payers,public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants,aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care,treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoingeducation and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise asdetermined by the department leadership. Performs other relatedduties as requested by manager. Based on assigned area, work mayfocus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long termcare and home health care environments when applicable.

Qualifications Appropriate education level required in accordancewith state licensure. Must be licensed in the state(s) of practiceas Speech-Language Pathologist. When working at a Sanford HealthFacility (not required but preferred by GSS Facilities): Holds aCertificate of Clinical Competence issued by the AmericanSpeech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) or currently working onClinical Fellowship Year (CFY). When applicable, may require validdriver’s license. Obtains and subsequently maintains requireddepartment specific competencies and certifications. Basic LifeSupport (BLS) for health care providers required or within thefirst 60 days of employment. Benefits The Good Samaritan offers anattractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-timeemployees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits includehealth insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, lifeinsurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits,and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-workbalance. For more information about Total Rewards, visithttps://sanfordcareers.com/benefits . The Good Samaritan is anEEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with adisability and would like to request an accommodation for help withyour online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send anemail to talent@sanfordhealth.org . The Good Samaritan has a DrugFree Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screenand pre-employment background screening as a condition ofemployment.

Req Number:

R-0214311

Job Function:

Allied HealthFeatured:

No