Speech Language Pathologist

AdventHealth•Mission, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Requirements

Master's [Required]
Speech Language Pathology
1+ relevant clinical speech therapy experience [Required]
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) [Required]
Driver's License (DL) [Required]
Auto Insurance (AL) [Required]
Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
Functions with a high degree of independence [Required]
Ability to delegate tasks to appropriate personnel as indicated by skill level and professional standing [Required]
Strong computer and technology skills [Required]

Nice To Haves

Recent, relevant experience in a Medicare-certified home health agency as a case-manager [Preferred]
A working knowledge of community resources and an ability to refer patients and families appropriately [Preferred]
Home Care Regulations and Third-Party Reimbursement as it impacts care delivery [Preferred]
Certified for Oasis Specialist-Clinical (COSC) [Preferred]

Responsibilities

Documents treatment provided in medical records, updating care plans and writing modified orders for changes in the plan of care.
Completes all documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
Participates in clinical record reviews, agency staff meetings, therapy meetings, and other activities as requested.
Provides supervision and guidance to aides, ensuring compliance with care plans and documentation requirements.
Performs evaluations and utilizes findings to determine diagnosis (for SLP services), prognosis, and plan of care in consultation with the physician.
Determines specific interventions, duration, and frequency needed to achieve anticipated goals and outcomes.
Observes and records activities and findings in the clinical record, reporting patient reactions and changes to the physician or primary Case Manager.
Assesses patient responses to interventions and performs reassessments as required.
Instructs other health team personnel in phases of speech therapy relevant to patient care.
Instructs patients and caregivers on speech language improvement programs, including adaptive equipment and home programs.
Selects, applies, or modifies skilled interventions to achieve the best patient outcomes.
Performs other duties as assigned.