What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Speech Therapist - Opportunities for Growth position at CenterWell Home Health?
Transform Lives as a Dedicated Home Health Professional
About CenterWell Home Health:
We specialize in delivering personalized, comprehensive home care for patients with chronic conditions or those recovering from injuries, illnesses, surgeries, or hospitalizations.
Our skilled care teams comprise nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers who collaborate to help patients rehabilitate, recover, and regain independence.
By focusing on whole-person health, we address the physical, emotional, and social well-being of our patients, empowering them to live healthier and happier lives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate, direct, and provide high-quality speech/language pathology services to patients in their homes or facilities.
- Participate in developing and regularly reviewing the Plan of Treatment and Plan of Care, ensuring patient-centered care.
- Utilize professional skills and judgment to assess and treat disorders of speech, voice, language, hearing, and swallowing, minimizing their effects.
- Administer and interpret diagnostic tests, apply therapeutic treatments, and observe changes in patients' conditions and responses to treatment.
- Counsel and instruct patients, families, and healthcare staff, promoting effective communication and collaboration.
- Prepare and submit timely written reports of evaluations, visits, summaries, care plans, care coordination activities, and progress reports, maintaining accurate documentation.
Required Qualifications:
- Meet the education and experience requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology granted by ASHA.
- Minimum six months of experience as a speech therapist/speech-language pathologist, with home health experience being beneficial.
- Current and unrestricted license, along with current CPR certification.
- Good organizational and communication skills, as well as a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
Benefits:
- Flexible scheduling options to accommodate your needs.
- Clinical certifications and leadership development programs to enhance your career growth.
- A supportive team environment that prioritizes whole-person health and well-being.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
At CenterWell Home Health, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where all individuals can thrive. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
