SLPA - Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

GO Physical Therapy, LLC•Grand Island, NE

6h•Onsite

About The Position

GO Physical Therapy is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant for its Children's Rehab Center in Hastings, Nebraska. The position offers full- or part-time hours and full benefits, paid time off, and the opportunity to work with a team. The assistant implements patient plans of care and goals using appropriate speech pathology skills, documents patient progress, and works with patients, families, and staff to support and coordinate treatment. The role also includes preparing and cleaning therapy equipment and rooms, performing administrative duties, maintaining confidentiality, participating in continuing education, and following organizational policies and regulatory and safety standards. Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function. The job description notes that duties may be modified and that additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must meet Nebraska licensure requirements, including a BA in Communication Disorders.
Must be licensed as a Speech Pathologist Assistant in Nebraska or able to obtain licensure.
Regular and consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

Assure the quality of patient care and treatment programs by providing hands-on treatment and direction to subordinate staff on treatment matters.
Implement patient plans of care and goals using appropriate speech pathology skills.
Provide patient care during scheduled hours as assigned by a supervisor.
Listen to patient and family concerns when modifying treatment plans.
Educate and motivate patients and families to learn and improve functional activities.
Assure the quality of overall perceived patient care.
Clean and prepare equipment for therapy sessions and straighten and clean rooms.
Record data and progress during therapy sessions.
Perform administrative duties.
Document progress, home programs, and other required information in a timely manner.
Confer with staff to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment plans.
Maintain patient and family confidentiality.
Participate in continuing education activities and obtain required contact hours.
Demonstrate positive rapport with staff and develop positive employee relations.
Exercise sound judgment and take appropriate action regarding questionable findings or concerns.
Take direction and initiate actions that support cross-functional duties and seamless patient care.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and follow GO Physical Therapy policies and procedures, including safety processes.
Perform additional duties as assigned.