What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Speech Therapist position at Human Touch Home Health?
Company Overview:
Human Touch Health is an established home healthcare agency providing high-quality nursing, physical therapy, occupation therapy, speech therapy, and home health aide services in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, DC. Human Touch is committed to enhancing the lives of our patients through comprehensive and compassionate care. As an employer, we value integrity, innovation, and excellence in service delivery.
Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Home Health Speech Therapist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to improving the quality of life for our patients by providing expert speech therapy services tailored to individual needs. This role offers the opportunity to work autonomously while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure the highest standard of care.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Continuing education opportunities
- Professional growth and advancement potential
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and functional abilities.
- Develop personalized treatment plans in accordance with physician recommendations and patients' goals.
- Provide skilled speech therapy interventions aimed at improving mobility, strength, balance, and overall function.
- Educate patients and their caregivers on therapeutic exercises, safety precautions, and injury prevention strategies.
- Monitor patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to optimize outcomes.
- Document all clinical findings, interventions, and patient responses accurately and in a timely manner.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and achieve desired outcomes.
- Maintain compliance with regulatory standards, including HIPAA and Medicare guidelines.
- Participate in ongoing professional development activities to enhance clinical skills and stay abreast of best practices in home health speech therapy.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited speech therapy program with a current license to practice in the state which you applied..
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as a speech therapist, with a focus on home health care or skilled nursing facility preferred.
- Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt treatment plans based on individual patient needs.
- Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions for a diverse patient population, including adults and older adults.
- Confidence is recognizing medical emergencies and responding appropriately.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Demonstrated proficiency in conducting comprehensive speech therapy evaluations and developing evidence-based treatment plans.
- Monitor patients' progress, reassess goals, and modify treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes and continuity of care.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation purposes. Kinnser Well sky or Homecare Homebase preferred.
- Experience with oasis preferred
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license required.
- BLS certification and other relevant certifications may be required.
- Recent TB screen or chest x-ray
Join Our Team: If you are a dedicated and compassionate speech therapist seeking a rewarding career in home health care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients and their families every day.
