Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

MGA Homecare•San Antonio, TX

23d•Onsite

About The Position

A Licensed Speech Language Pathology Assistant provides coordinated Speech-Language therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and MGA policies. Care is generally provided in private homes, and the employee frequently travels to complete home health visits.

Requirements

Graduate of an ASHA-accredited school of Speech Language Pathology Assistants with a bachelor's degree.
Current state license to practice Speech-Language Pathology.
Reliable transportation.
Professional experience as required by state regulations.
Current CPR certification as required by state regulations.
Successful completion of appropriate screening tests with a passing rate.
Good observation skills and judgment.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to regularly sit, stand, stop, bend, kneel, walk, balance, crouch, crawl, push, pull, and reach with hands and arms, and perform other physical activities required by job duties.
Vision and hearing within normal limits, with or without aid.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift or move 100 pounds or more, if applicable.
Ability to perform the anticipated level of physical assistance required to provide safe client care.

Responsibilities

Administers the Speech-Language Pathology treatment plan developed by the Speech Language Pathologist.
Accepts clinical assignments consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
Applies infection-control concepts and universal precautions while coordinating or performing patient-care activities to prevent contamination and disease transmission.
Communicates effectively with patients and families, team members, and other health professionals through clinical notes, case conferences, and communication notes.
Provides health education to clients and/or caregivers.
Adheres to MGA policies, procedures, and handbook.
Completes notes accurately and submits them according to applicable policies and procedures; turns in clinical documentation weekly per agency guidelines.
Represents the company positively and professionally in the company and community.
Adheres to the dress code and maintains a clean, neat, professional appearance.
Reports on time and as scheduled to complete work within designated time.
Participates in other agency-mandated activities, such as in-services, as requested by the Agency Director.
Travels frequently to complete home health visits.
Provides safe client care and promptly notifies a supervisor if the anticipated level of physical assistance exceeds what the employee can safely provide.