Therapist-SLP PB Rehab to You

Genesis Administrative Services • Methuen, MA

9d • Remote

About The Position

Powerback is a leading provider of physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, dedicated to improving the lives of older adults and children. With over 40 years of experience, we offer personalized care in skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based settings. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our mission of restoring hope and making a lasting impact in rehabilitation and wellness.

Requirements

• Valid Speech Language Pathologist license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• Valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population, including private residences, assisted living facilities, and independent living facilities.
• Evaluate and treat patients in their most functional environment (the patient's home).
• Organize and provide speech-language services to facilitate rehabilitation.
• Direct patient participation in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
• Facilitate the learning of skills and functions essential for communication and swallowing, and diminish or remediate disorders or deficits.
• Direct activities to promote and maintain health within the scope of practice and the Code of Ethics.
• Supervise CFYs, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as required by state licensure and professional standards.
• Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules, and complete timely clinical and billing documentation and attend work-related meetings.
• Attend and contribute to patient care, staffing conferences, and other related meetings.
• Make referrals to other disciplines and agencies to address comprehensive patient needs.
• Consult with the rehabilitation team and physician to determine the most appropriate therapeutic regimen.
• Adapt the program and/or plan of care based on individual patient needs.
• Promote a safe environment and enforce the elimination of fire and safety hazards.
• Order necessary supplies and equipment.
• Clean, maintain, identify, and report the need for repair of equipment.
• Prioritize patient service, ensuring high-quality, compassionate care that recognizes individual needs and rights.
• Screen, examine, and evaluate patients, including history, systems review, and application of tests and measures.
• Synthesize information and interpret examination findings to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine predicted improvement and time required, identify precautions/contraindications, and design a plan of care.
• Develop appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with patients and caregivers.
• Implement the speech language pathology treatment plan and complete all related documentation and record keeping.
• Provide services including cognitive-communication, speech intelligibility, oral motor skills, swallowing disorders/dysphagia, perceptual abilities, orientation, memory, pragmatics, psychosocial expression, functional communication, and case management skills in the home and community.
• Coordinate the acquisition of adaptive communication devices and instruct patients in their use.
• Facilitate the identification of hearing deficits and refer for appropriate assessment and rehabilitation.
• Select appropriate activities suited to the individual's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interest.
• Instruct patients in skills and techniques for therapeutic activities and evaluate patient progress, attitudes, and behavior related to rehabilitative potential.
• Perform routine reexaminations as needed to modify/progress the plan of treatment.
• Coordinate care in the home and community with other members of the interdisciplinary team in collaboration with the referring physician.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans (for Full-Time team members)
• Dental and Vision plans (for Part-Time team members)
• Generous paid time off (for Full-Time and Part-Time team members)
• Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program
• Free CEUs through Medbridge
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance
• Journey Travel Program
• Exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare
• PowerZone Employee Recognition Program
• Clinicians in Action professional development program

What This Job Offers

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