Speech Pathologist

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans. Peds Program Open to part-time or PRN Negotiable on the rate Get paid bi-weekly or after each shift Creative therapy options on our 300 acre campus Summary Directs and administers speech therapy using techniques that assist in the rehabilitation of individuals with functional disabilities of speech, language, voice and swallowing. Reviews medical records, tests and evaluates clients/consumers, develops treatment plans and administers therapy. Provides effective evaluations, documentation, and communication of medical information. Essential Job Functions Assesses speech and language skills, development, articulation ability and voice and fluency disorders of patients assigned. Reviews medical history, performs evaluation, and determines patient therapy needs. Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized patient therapy plans. Coordinates therapy modifications to the client’s plan of care with the Director of Clinical Services and client’s physician. Identifies and develops intervention strategies. Routinely reviews pertinent client medical data to determine the effectiveness of therapy services in reaching maximum rehabilitation potential. Instructs clients, family members, and primary caregivers as needed to insure the maintenance of or acquisition of optimal functioning level for each client. Insures effective coordination of client home care services through timely completion of required documentation and transfer of pertinent medical data to the client’s physician, Director of Clinical Services and other caregivers. Reviews and documents comprehensive evaluation reports to summarize tests utilized, results of test(s), and diagnosis of speech/hearing disorders. Reports and records assessments, evaluations, therapy interventions and patient changes according to physician orders and Sevita’s policies. Investigates and takes appropriates actions on client or employee concerns and or complaints.Lorem deficit Supervisory Responsibilities None Required Minimum Knowledge And Skills Required By The Job The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job. Education And Experience Master’s Degree in Speech Therapy or Speech/Language Pathology and one year’s experience as a Speech Therapist Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations Current state licensure/certification as a Speech Therapist Other Skills and Abilities Travel as needed Physical Requirements Medium Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. AMERICAN WITH DISABILITY STATEMENT External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with assistance of a reasonable accommodations to be determined on a case by case basis. Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr