Speech Language Pathologist / SLP - Home Health

Speech Language Pathologist / SLP - Home Health at Adoration Home Health and Hospice (an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services) Location: Pueblo, CO. Coverage Area: Pueblo County. Schedule: PRN (as needed). Benefits and Perks for You! Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare) Tuition discounts & reimbursement 401(k) with company match Mileage Reimbursement Generous PTO Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts Benefits may vary by employment status Responsibilities Communicate with patients to evaluate their levels of speech or language difficulty, determining the need for continued therapy services. Teach patients how to make sounds and improve their voices. Teach alternative communication methods, such as sign language, to patients with little or no speech capability. Educate and guide healthcare team members, patients, and caregivers in specific aspects of therapeutic exercises to support continued progress outside of direct therapy sessions. Document appropriate progress and clinical notes noting patient's response to therapy and submit visit documentation per agency policy. Qualifications Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Education program approved by CAPTE. Current Occupational Therapist licensure in state and American Heart Association CPR certification required; CPR certification may be offered and completed upon hire. Two (2) years of experience in adult occupational therapy, home health experience preferred. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; physical therapy skills per competency checklist. Salary Range: USD $39.00 - $55.00 / Hour #J-18808-Ljbffr