Summary:

A Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) administers speech therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor. Speech therapy services are furnished only by or under the supervision of a qualified speech pathologist or audiologist.

Type:

Part-Time/Per Diem

Pay Range:

$75-180 per visit

Work Location:

May cover one or more of the following areas: Santa Clara County, San Benito County, Santa Cruz County, Monterey County (please specify preference when applying).

Qualifications:
  1. A person who has a master’s or doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology, and is licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist by the state where they furnish services, or
  2. A person who has successfully completed 350 clock hours of supervised clinical practicum (or be in the process of completing), at least nine months of supervised full-time SLP experience, and has successfully completed a national examination approved by the Secretary.
  3. Must have current license to practice in the state of California
  4. Must have a current CPR card
  5. Two (2) years experience, preferred
Responsibilities:
  1. Improves or maximizes the communication of the patient
  2. Returns the individual to optimum and productive living within the patient’s capabilities
  3. Periodically participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning
  4. Provides full range Speech Language Pathology Services as ordered by physician
  5. Directs and supervises personnel, as assigned
  6. Takes initial history and makes initial evaluation
  7. Performs all skilled procedures
  8. Consults with physicians regarding change of treatment
  9. Writes reports to physicians regarding patient’s progress
  10. Instructs patients and family members in home programs
  11. Periodically presents an inservice to the Agency’s staff members
  12. An initial evaluation, including plan of treatment and goals, must be completed and submitted to the physician for approval. A recertification by physician every 60 days is necessary if further treatment is to be continued. A progress note is written each visit. A reevaluation is written when expected duration of treatment is reached. A summary is written upon patient’s discharge
  13. A supervisory visit is made every fourteen days on each patient seen by a home health aide as assigned
  14. Assists the physician in evaluating level of function
  15. Helps develop the plan of care and revises as necessary
  16. Prepares clinical and progress notes
  17. Advises and consults with the family and other Agency personnel
  18. Participates in inservice programs
  19. Completes and submits OASIS assessments, reassessments, transfers, resumptions of care, discharges and significant change in condition in accordance with Agency defined time frames.
  20. Appropriately utilizes ICD-9 codes.
Work Environment:

Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.

Transportation:

Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.

Lifting Requirements:

Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary:

  • Ability to participate in physical activity
  • Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity
  • Moderate lifting
  • Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis