Speech Language Pathologist - Home Health

Select Medical • Bridgeton, MO

10d • Remote

About The Position

SSM Health Physical Therapy - Home Care Western Territories, West of St. Louis is seeking a Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist Therapist to join our Home Care Team servicing our Western territories west of St. Louis. Home Care provides a variety of home care services to meet a variety of needs. Our services can be arranged quickly and efficiently by a single phone call - and referrals can be made by physicians, case managers, social workers, family and friends, or by request from the patient.

Requirements

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist Therapist required
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required
• One or more years of clinical experience
• Valid state Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs
• Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities
• Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources.
• Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination
• Provides for patient education to include development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge
• Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care
• Carries full patient caseload, ensuring management of patient schedule. Notifies supervisor of scheduled openings and concerns with caseload management
• Completes medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate and timely manner and ensures accurate and timely charge entry using approved formats in compliance with state, federal and intermediary guidelines and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ensures care is provided under valid physician orders and within insurance approval, as indicated and necessary for clinical care of the patient.

Benefits

• Generous PTO and Extended Illness Days (EID) to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental plan
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protection
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Tuition Assistance
• Clinical Advancement Program
• National Continuing Education courses (local and online)
• Excellent Orientation Program
• New Grad Mentorship
• Mileage Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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