SLPA - Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

GO PHYSICAL THERAPY•Grand Island, NE

2d•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, benefits, and paid time off. The assistant implements patient plans of care and goals using appropriate speech pathology skills, supports patient and family engagement, documents progress, and helps maintain therapy equipment and rooms. The role also includes administrative duties, collaboration with other staff, compliance with regulatory standards and company policies, and participation in continuing education. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Meet Nebraska licensure requirements, including a BA in Communication Disorders.
Be licensed as a Speech Pathologist Assistant in Nebraska or be able to obtain licensure.
Be able to walk, stand, sit, and lift as part of the job.
Be able to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on treatment and direction to subordinate staff on treatment matters to support the quality of patient care and treatment programs.
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.
Help ensure the quality of overall perceived patient care.
Clean and prepare equipment for therapy sessions; 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.
Use 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 company policies, procedures, and safety processes.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance.
Perform additional duties as assigned.