Speech Language Pathologist Neuro Rehab

BrightSpring Health Services•Farmington, ME

5d•$50 - $55

About The Position

Our Company Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Overview Rehab Without Walls Home and Community Neuro Rehab blends evidence-based therapies with creative uses of the patient’s surroundings – whether at home, school, work, or in their own community. Providing neuro rehab therapy in a home and community environment offers a huge advantage in treatment. Addressing goals and barriers in real-life settings can increase motivation, lead to more durable outcomes, and reduce the risk of injuries that could lead to rehospitalization. Come join our revolutionary Home & Community program! Who we are looking for: An experienced SLP, enthusiastic about providing functional rehabilitation wherever life happens, whether at home, school, work, or in the community You are ready to treat your patient beyond a staged environment into real life experiences like cooking in their kitchen, navigating grocery stores, restaurants, outdoor activities, and the workplace You thrive in an autonomous setting, and value being a part of a collaborative team of dynamic therapists What you will receive: Flexible Schedule Created by You Paid per hour (not just per visit) Driving, Travel, Mileage Reimbursement Educational Programs Growth/Advancement Opportunities Responsibilities What you will do:

Requirements

Minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program
Valid Speech Language Pathology license in the state(s) of practice
Current CPR Certification in accordance with state regulations
A minimum of one year’s work experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures
Duties require fine motor skills ,visual acuity, and walking/ standing for extended periods
Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times
A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury preferred

Responsibilities

Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans of patients with speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders
Regularly re-assess effectiveness of treatment plans, attend staffing meetings and family conferences
Perform discharge evaluations, make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety, and provide referral and education resources
Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services and family members
Communicates with other disciplines to ensure collaboration, coordination of care and enhance patient outcomes