Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant - Pediatric Home Health

Description Benefits Include:* Medical Plans with six (6) plan options for every budget Vision Plan Dental Plans Life Insurance Retirement Plan Paid-Time Off Paid CEUs Flexible Hours *Based on full-time Status Job Summary: The qualified candidate should be a Speech Therapy Assistant who provides coordinated speech therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist.

Essential Functions

Administers the speech therapy treatment plan as developed by the Speech Therapist. Document clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis, including clinical and progress notes. Analyze patient needs and administer appropriate care as ordered by a physician. Ensures proper consultation, documentation, and coordination of care with other disciplines to ensure coordination of care.

Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating /performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and disease transmission. Accepts clinical assignments consistent with education and competence to care for patients. Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desired outcomes.

Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board and participates in in-services.

Requirements

Educations: Graduate of an accredited college or University in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant. Licensure: Current Texas State License in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, current Texas Drivers License. Experience: Two years experience in acute care or rehabilitation setting, home health preferred. Skills: Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.

Good interpersonal skills. Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid and current auto liability insurance. Environmental and Working Conditions Works in a patient’s home in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work a flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Efforts: Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient/family individualized psycho-social needs