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Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
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Hetherington Therapy
Palm Bay, FL (In Person)
$63,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Hetherington Therapy is the leading locally/therapist owned company in the region that provides occupational, physical, and speech therapy in homes, schools, clinic and PPEC facilities. We have made it our mission to provide life skills and tools in a compassionate manner so that the next generation of children are better equipped to be successful. We understand the value of a child feeling safe in their environment, which is why we built a business to provide care in the comfort of that child's own home or school. Our team believes in making a positive impact in the lives of the children, which is why we are highly involved with their families. If you are passionate about the future and growth of the next generation, then we want to speak with you! Speech Therapist Assistant Requirements-
- Follow individualized plans of care based upon evaluation and reassessment with creative sessions to engage children.
- Work with children/youth on the Autism Spectrum as well as a variety of other very complex diagnoses.
- Educate patients and family members, keep detailed records relating to patient conditions
- Assess patients regularly, monitor progress toward treatment goals, and relay information to speech therapist if modifying plans is needed
- Identify opportunities and provide recommendations for corrective action and process improvement
- Promote positive work environment, collaborate with team members on patient care
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, including OT, ABA, PT, teachers and nursing
- Weekly and Direct Speech Therapist supervision and communication. Qualifications- Speech Therapist Assistant
- Speech Therapist Assistant Degree
- Licensed or ability to be licensed in the state of Florida
- Pediatric Certified Specialist preferred
- Experience working with children required
- 3 years of experience preferred.
- Experience working in a Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care setting a plus
- Ability to independently treat patients by developing and following an established therapy plan of care
- Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for building relationships with patients
- Self-starter with a strong level of accountability and creativity.
Speech Therapist Assistant Benefits:
- Competitive wages
- CE reimbursement support
- Health insurance coverage eligibility
- Bonus - Work with a team of passionate individuals looking to make a difference!