Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services • Vernon, CT

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About The Position

Powerback is hiring a full-time Speech Language Pathologist for mobile outpatient rehabilitation serving older adults in assisted living, independent living, and community settings in the Watertown-to-Southington, Connecticut area. The position is salaried, offers a flexible schedule, and is expected to work 35–40 hours per week. Services are primarily provided in patients’ homes, including private residences and rooms in assisted or independent living facilities, so clinicians can evaluate and treat patients in a functional environment.

The Speech Language Pathologist organizes and provides speech-language services to facilitate rehabilitation, restore and enhance performance, and support communication and swallowing. The clinician develops and adapts plans of care, works with patients and caregivers to establish treatment goals, and coordinates care with physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary team. The role also includes clinical and billing documentation, patient and team meetings, equipment and supply responsibilities, and maintaining a safe environment.

Requirements

• Valid Speech Language Pathologist license in the state or states of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients’ residences.

Responsibilities

• Supervise CFYs, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as necessary and in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
• Follow department and patient treatment schedules and complete clinical and billing documentation and work-related meetings on time.
• Attend and contribute to patient care, staffing conferences, and other related meetings.
• Refer patients to other disciplines or agencies to address their comprehensive needs.
• Consult with rehabilitation team members and physicians to select appropriate therapeutic regimens based on each patient’s needs and capabilities.
• Adapt programs and plans of care to individual patient needs.
• Promote a safe environment and eliminate fire and safety hazards.
• Order supplies and equipment as necessary; clean and maintain equipment and identify and report repair needs.
• Provide patient-centered service to residents and families in a caring and compassionate manner that recognizes individual needs and rights.
• Screen, examine, and evaluate patients using history, systems review, and appropriate tests and measures; interpret findings to establish diagnoses, identify impairments, estimate improvement and treatment timelines, identify precautions or contraindications, and develop plans of care.
• Collaborate with patients and caregivers on treatment goals and methods, implement speech-language pathology treatment plans, and complete related documentation and records.
• Provide therapeutic services for cognitive-communication, speech intelligibility, oral motor skills, swallowing disorders and dysphagia, perceptual abilities, orientation, memory, pragmatics, psychosocial expression, functional communication, and case management skills in the home and community.
• Coordinate acquisition of adaptive communication devices and instruct patients in their use.
• Facilitate identification of hearing deficits and make appropriate referrals for assessment, diagnosis, rehabilitation, or personal amplification.
• Select therapeutic activities suited to each patient’s physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interests.
• Instruct patients in skills and techniques for therapeutic activities and evaluate progress, attitudes, and behavior in relation to rehabilitative potential.
• Perform routine reexaminations as needed or required to modify or progress treatment plans.
• Coordinate home and community care with interdisciplinary team members in collaboration with the referring physician.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
• Paid time off.
• Clinical mentorship program for new graduates beginning on day one.
• Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
• Visa or Green Card sponsorship support.
• Journey Travel Program, offering opportunities to work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Discounts on wireless and TV services, home, auto, renters, and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and more.
• PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
• Clinicians in Action professional development program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed