Speech-Language Pathologist SLP FT Albuquerque Rio Rancho

Speech-Language Pathologist

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement
• Sign on Bonus

Job Summary

Home health Speech-Language Pathologists are central to the care team and maximize a patient's ability to safely remain in the least restrictive environment as their place of residence. Clinicians working in home health are on the front lines of health care and often practice at the top of their license. If you are interested in a changing work environment, seeing patients with a variety of diagnoses, and flexibility in your schedule, home health just may be your best choice!

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments of patient physical, functional, cognitive, and communication levels within the scope of Speech-Language Therapy
• Develop a plan of care with patient goals
• Provide evidence-based direct intervention with patients in their place of residence
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse patient population and co-workers
• Educate patients and family members about home programs, diet modifications, equipment, and available resources
• Submit required documentation in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Active State Speech-Language Pathologist License
• Current CPR with BLS card
• Valid driver's license, at least state minimum auto insurance, and an operational vehicle
• Possess or obtain a good understanding of Federal, State, and local laws and regulatory guidelines governing home health operations
• Great organization skills and an ability to work with minimal supervision
• Capacity to appropriately supervise others
• Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations
• Computer/Technology literacy and experience documenting on an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Physical Requirements

• Duties require extensive standing, walking, and sitting
• Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients
• Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee in this job. The employee may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Join our team of caring professionals! At Harmony Home Health and Hospice, we believe there's no greater or more fulfilling career than working one-on-one with someone in need of care at home, and in knowing you've made a real difference in that person's quality of life, health, and overall well being. Our care team members provide so much more for our clients than simply hands-on home health care services. Serving as an extended part of the family, they:

• Restore balance
• Offer comfort and hope
• Provide peace of mind and a sense of security
• Allow for recovery in the comfort of home
• Foster independence, safety and self-worth and value
• And so much more

If you have a compassionate heart and a desire to help others, we'd love to talk to you about joining the Harmony Home Health and Hospice care team! As one of the top-rated senior and pediatric home care agencies, we have a variety of both employment and volunteer opportunities to fit your schedule and skillset.