Speech Language Pathologist SLP Home Health PRN

Company Bon Secours Home Care and Hospice by Compassus Position Summary The Home Health Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN is responsible for providing service to clients who have speech and language complications. The Home Therapy Program is provided under the direction of the attending physician by the Speech Language Pathologist with participation by the family, nurse, or other responsible person, as necessary. This role will be seeing patients in the Clearwater, Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs (North Pinellas County) areas. Position Specific Responsibilities Provides care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA). Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency, i.e., attending in-services, as required by regulation; participates in in-service programs. Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients. Provides effective communication to patient/family, team members, physician, and other health care professionals to ensure coordination of services; provides appropriate referrals, as necessary. Provides services and/or treatments requiring substantial and specialized speech therapy skills. Provides education to the client/family regarding the disease process. Performs initial and ongoing comprehensive assessment (OASIS/Agency) of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders with appropriate tests and measures and maintains records including goal setting. Develops/implements/documents/revises the Plan of Care in consultation with the physician and other care team members to ensure quality and continuity of care and evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of client care plans. Performs other duties as assigned. Education And/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology required. Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology preferred. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a home health setting required. Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations Active and unencumbered Speech Language Pathologist license in state(s) of employment required. At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr