What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist - Home Health Therapist position at UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center?
Rewarding Career Opportunity in Speech Therapy
As a skilled and compassionate speech therapist, you will provide direct patient care in a home setting with a diverse population throughout Somerset and Cambria Counties. Working independently, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients as you guide their care in the comfort of their homes. Your expertise will be utilized to evaluate, diagnose, and rehabilitate individuals of all ages affected by speech, language, voice, swallowing, cognitive disorders, and dysfunctions. This rewarding role offers flexibility, mileage reimbursement, and competitive benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement effective treatment plans to maximize functional ability and improve quality of life for patients.
- Conduct thorough evaluations and assessments to identify communication and swallowing disorders.
- Provide one-on-one therapy sessions to teach patients new skills and techniques to enhance communication and swallow function.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress and services provided.
- Stay up-to-date with industry developments and best practices through ongoing education and training.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care coordination.
- Adhere to regulatory standards and organizational policies to ensure compliance.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of services provided.
- Perform duties in a manner that promotes optimal patient satisfaction and well-being.
- Maintain professional licensure and certifications as required.
Educational Requirements: Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology is required. Experience: One year of clinical experience in Speech Pathology is preferred. Licensure/Certifications: Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-language pathology, Basic Life Support (BLS), or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Act 33, Act 34, OAPSA are required. The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000 annually, based on experience and location. UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000
