Speech Language Pathologist - Home Health

Sequoia Home Health • Milpitas, CA

53d • $85 - $90 • Onsite

About The Position

The Speech–Language Pathologist is responsible for implementation of standards of care for speech language pathology services and for adherence to all conditions in the Service Agreement. Sequoia Home Health is growing and looking for experienced, compassionate Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team! Our focus is to help facilitate a smooth and safe transition home and provide life-changing service with the amount of care and dignity our patients and their families deserve.

Requirements

• Must have a master’s or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology and be licensed in California
• A minimum of one year's clinical experience in Speech–Language Pathology.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• The ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency related travel (e.g. community partners, patients, etc.) is an essential function of the job. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile.

Responsibilities

• Conducts appropriate evaluations, assesses home environment (as appropriate), and identifies equipment needs relative to speech/language function.
• Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of care to improve patient’s function.
• Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic technique and/or equipment.
• Recommends communication devices/aids as indicated.
• As appropriate, participates in case conferences, in-services and other meetings required ensuring coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory.
• Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other services and refers as appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level