Speech Language Pathologist

Paxxon Healthcare Services • Lake in the Hills, IL

10d

About The Position

Paxxon Healthcare Services, is dedicated to providing evidence-based, person-centered therapeutic services to residents. We are proud to remain a therapist-owned and operated company that believes in a unique and innovative approach to geriatric care. We are looking for a committed and patient-focused PRN Speech Language Pathologist to join our rehab team. You will offer effective and client-centered services that will enable people to confidently and independently carry out everyday tasks or activities. - Primarily Medicare Part B Outpatient - Productivity is 80% - Flexible work schedule; weekends or weekdays POSITION SUMMARY A Speech Language Pathologist is a skilled, registered and licensed professional who evaluates and treats patients referred by a physician. Treatment approaches utilize applicable modalities, supervision of rehabilitation techs, and/or exercise to restore function.

Requirements

• Proven working experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of Speech Language Pathology
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
• Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grown in the profession
• Professional behavior
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Speech Language Pathologists must be a graduate of an accredited Speech Pathology training program and have secured the Certificate of Clinical Competence.
• Speech Language Pathologists must be licensed in the state practicing by the Board of Speech Therapy and provide an acceptable Criminal Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Address client's aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and life quality.
• Select and adapt the appropriate per case speech therapy treatment model, method, and approach to direct the process of interventions.
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe, note, and report on the progress of long- and short-term treatment goals.
• Collect data and document processes followed.
• Regularly follow-up with clients.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level