Speech Language Pathologist

Fellowship Square, Christian Care Management, Inc. • Phoenix, AZ

23d

About The Position

Covenant Home Health Agency (CHH) is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to provide skilled speech therapy to patients in Senior Living Communities and their places of residence. Services are provided intermittently, in accordance with physician orders and the plan of care, under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Manager. Speech therapy services are furnished by or under the supervision of a qualified speech pathologist or audiologist. The organization’s team works to promote independence, enhance quality of life, and help residents reach their fullest potential.

The therapist evaluates patients, develops and revises plans of care, provides treatment using specialized techniques or equipment, and coordinates care with physicians, other organization personnel, patients, and caregivers. Documentation includes evaluations and treatment goals, progress notes, reevaluations, and discharge summaries. The role also includes patient and caregiver instruction, referrals when appropriate, assigned supervisory visits, mandatory continuing education, and completion of Christian Care and Covenant Home Health orientation. Full-time and PRN coverage is available for the West Valley; part-time PRN coverage is available for the East Valley.

Requirements

• Master’s or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology.
• State speech-language pathologist license where the individual furnishes services, or completion (or ongoing completion) of 350 clock hours of supervised clinical practicum, at least nine months of supervised full-time SLP experience, and successful completion of a national examination approved by the Secretary.
• At least one year of clinical experience in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and an automobile in good working order, insured in accordance with the organization’s requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide the full range of Speech Language Pathology services ordered by the physician.
• Conduct evaluations, assess the home environment as appropriate, and identify equipment needs related to speech and language function.
• Identify functional speech defects and establish a plan of care to improve patient function.
• Administer speech therapy using specialized therapeutic techniques and/or equipment.
• Recommend communication devices or aids when indicated.
• Complete an initial evaluation, plan of treatment, and goals for physician approval; provide required recertification documentation every 60 days when treatment continues; write progress notes at each visit, reevaluations when the expected treatment duration is reached, and a summary upon discharge.
• Help develop and revise the plan of care as necessary.
• Consult physicians about changes in treatment.
• Coordinate with referring physicians and other organization personnel to support comprehensive care and the total plan of care.
• Participate as appropriate in case conferences, in-services, and other meetings required for coordinated care.
• Prepare and submit clinical and progress notes according to organization policy.
• Maintain clinical competency in speech-language pathology practice and theory.
• Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for other services and refer as appropriate.
• Instruct patients, families/caregivers, and other organization health care personnel in the treatment regimen as indicated.
• Make an assigned supervisory visit every fourteen days for each patient seen by a home health aide.
• Complete mandatory continuing education units to maintain professional licensure.
• Understand and adhere to established policies and procedures.
• Complete Christian Care onboarding and Covenant Home Health orientation.

Benefits

• Daily pay option.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off and paid sick leave.
• 403(b) company-matched retirement plan.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Company-provided $15,000 life insurance payout, with the option to purchase additional coverage.
• Employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time