Home Health - Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS CO Loveland

Location: Loveland, CO

Address: 2101 S Garfield Ave, Loveland, CO 80537, USA

Shift: Day

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $34.00 - $54.50

Department Details

Make Your Own Work Schedule/Flexible Working Hours. Monday - Friday work week. Competitive Salary and Benefits: Benefit from a competitive salary package along with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and retirement plans.

Professional Development Opportunities: Grow your skills and advance your career with our ongoing training programs and educational resources. We invest in your professional development and support your career goals.

Supportive Work Environment: Join a team that values collaboration and support. Our management team is dedicated to your success and well-being, providing you with the resources and encouragement you need.

Employee Recognition Programs: Be appreciated for your hard work and dedication through our employee recognition programs. We celebrate your achievements and milestones with awards and incentives.

Diverse and Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an environment that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Job Summary

Administers speech and language evaluations, tests or examinations to diagnose and plan treatments for clients/patients/residents with various speech problems and swallowing disorders. Assesses clients/patients/residents with various speech, language, cognitive or swallowing problems and develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical diagnoses. Provides speech and language services to clients/patients/residents; monitors disease progression and adjusts treatments accordingly. Instructs clients/patients/residents in practicing speech and language therapeutic exercises; provides consultation for clients/patients/residents working through speech and language treatment processes. Ensures all speech and language related standards, policies, protocols and quality requirements are met. May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, third party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager. Based on assigned area, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments when applicable.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist. When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred by GSS Facilities): Holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) or currently working on Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY). When applicable, may require valid driver's license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.