Speech Therapist

Speech Therapist

We are seeking qualified Speech Therapist to service our patients throughout the Macon area. The Speech Therapist is responsible for evaluating and treating patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. This role supports patients across various care settingshome-based, facility-based, and outpatientand works closely with interdisciplinary care teams. The Speech Therapist will contribute to reducing hospitalizations and enhancing patient quality of life through person-centered therapy and proactive monitoring.

Our therapist conduct patient in-person visits in various settings including homes and facilities. This is a full-time salary-based position, with the opportunity to receive a monthly bonus and vehicle allowance.

The following shift(s) are available:

• 8-hour shift (Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm)

We are a leading physician group serving South Carolina and Georgia, dedicated to delivering quality healthcare directly to patients in care facilities, homes, clinics, and virtual visits. Our services include comprehensive primary care, specialty services, and pharmacy support, tailored to meet diverse patient needs. Committed to excellence and innovation, our team collaborates closely with facilities and families to ensure accessible, coordinated, and compassionate care.

Why Choose a Career at Your Health?

Providing high quality care for our patients is the center of what we do, and we provide the same care for our employees. Here are some of the benefits that are available to our employees.

• Competitive Compensation Package with Bonus Opportunities
• Employer Matched 401K
• Free Visit & Prescriptive Services with HDHP Insurance Plan
• Employer Matched HSA
• Generous PTO Package
• Career Development & Growth Opportunities
• Company Allowance

What Are We Looking For?

Your Health is currently looking for a Clinical Coordinator to join our growing primary care family. A successful Speech Therapist will be able to perform these essential duties and responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made, in accordance with applicable law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The following is a list of essential functions, which may be subject to change at any time and without notice. Management may assign new duties, reassign existing duties, and/or eliminate function(s).

Areas of Responsibility:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments for speech, language, cognition, and swallowing.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Perform re-evaluations and modify treatment approaches as appropriate.
• Monitor and document patient progress toward goals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and care coordinators.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to align therapy goals with care plans.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on communication strategies and swallowing precautions.
• Facilitate daily visits with providers (MD, NP, PA) to ensure timely communication, coordination of care, and alignment on patient treatment plans.
• Serve as a liaison between therapy services and providers by sharing updates, raising concerns, and reinforcing care plan goals.
• Integrate provider input into therapy interventions and document appropriately to maintain continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation per regulatory and company standards.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, licensure regulations, and billing guidelines.
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and audits as required.
• Provide training to caregivers on speech exercises, assistive communication tools, and home management strategies.
• Support transitions of care by preparing discharge plans and community referrals when appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Active state license and ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP).
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in adult or geriatric therapy preferred.
• Experience with neurological and cognitive impairments is a plus
• Strong clinical documentation, communication, and time management skills.
• Willingness to travel across assigned regions as needed.
• Must be proficient in utilizing technology tools and platforms for remote patient monitoring, telemedicine, and electronic medical records.
• Ability to manage and demonstrate effective leadership skills.
• Should demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills under all conditions and circumstances.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Team player with ability to manage multiple responsibilities and demonstrate sound judgment.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and travel between offices, facilities, etc. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements and is in good working order.