A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
Position Overview The Speech Therapist PRN is responsible for the delivery of quality patient care according to the patient's individual physician orders. Care may involve assessments, administering prescribed treatments and therapies, care planning, communication with other members of the patients' multi-disciplinary team, supply management, emergency management, coordination of care, health promotion and teaching and training family members. Part-Time visits needed for Manatee county communities due to growth!
Essential Job Functions:
Provide Speech Therapy services as prescribed by the physician. Follow policies and procedures and conforms to all applicable patient care standards, licensure regulations and state laws. Provide a written evaluation defining Speech Therapy needs, goals and expected outcomes in conjunction with referring physician's Plan of Treatment. Provide a written Plan of Care for Speech Therapy goals and outcomes Maintains the plan of care for assigned patients according to identified Speech Therapy goals and outcomes. Participate in coordination of services (including discharge planning), with health care team, physicians, parent/guardians, nurses, and others. Maintain patient and company confidentiality. Maintain effective communication between staff, health care team members, and family. Serves as a resource consultant for clinical staff. Provide physicians and Aveanna with written evaluation of patient's needs, goals, and progress.
Requirements:
Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA accredited college/university Current and unrestricted SLP license to practice in the state of practice Current CPR certification One (1) year of recent experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in an acute care setting Comprehensive Benefits (Full-time positions) Aveanna offers benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work , including: Competitive pay Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance Voluntary Pet Insurance for your fur babies 401(k) with Company match Vacation time, Sick time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays Tuition reimbursement and tuition discounts Free continuing education units (CEUs) for nurses Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund Employee Stock Purchase Plan Our Mission Our mission is to revolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a time . We are committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care—because outcomes improve when care is personal. Join the revolution and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day. HHH As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate. Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California Notice for Job Applicants Residing in Florida
