Speech Language Pathologist, SLP, Home Health
Company: Focus Health (Stockton)
Location: Stockton
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
Overview:(Choice Home Health, Focus Health, San Diego Home
Health Care)Be an Integral Part of our Exciting Growth and Dynamic
Team!Ask us about our Company Vehicle Program with PAID GAS CARD!
This Person will treat patients in the following
cities:Stockton/Tracy/LodiWho are we?Click the link below to hear
directly from our leadership:
Elevate Home Health's culture did not just manifest itself out of
thin air, as we have a clear mission and values. These values are
branded into all of the company's internal communications. Our
leaders are visible and accessible with an "open door" policy and
support employee growth, feedback, and ideas so that each employee
feels valued and heard.Elevate Home Health is a division of
Covenant Care. Our unique focus on our patient-centered care,
evidenced-based medicine and technology-forward approach, empowers
our patients to achieve their optimal level of independence. We are
a home health service provider enhancing the continuity of care for
the patients we serve. Our multidisciplinary services are a
holistic approach to our service delivery in the comfort of the
patient's home - the place where patients want to be but often need
your help to stay there independently. Our mission is help them
achieve that goal - is that your mission too?We know you have a
choice. At Elevate Home Heath, our ratings are higher than the
national average, leading to improved patient outcomes, increased
patient satisfaction and fewer visits to the hospital.
Patient-centered and compassionate care is at the core of
everything we do.Who are we Seeking?You truly want to make a
difference in the lives of your patients and their families. The
Home Health field is growing now more than ever, and you want to be
on the cutting edge of healthcare. You are a clinician who enjoys
independence and autonomy and appreciates technology that allows
you to focus on patient care. You want to treat one patient at a
time. You want a work-life balance with flexible scheduling. You
have the compassion to create rewarding patient
relationships.Curious About our Benefits?As a full-time employee,
you'll enjoy comprehensive benefits and employee programs:Excellent
pay, including 23 days PTO per yearHealth, dental, vision, 401k,
life insurance, short-term and long-term disabilityContinuing
education & tuition assistanceGenerous referral bonus
programFlexible schedulingWhat Will you be Tasked With?Demonstrates
knowledge of the principles and practices of speech pathology and
provides speech therapy services in accordance with standards of
care for speech language pathology and the Health Care Provider's
orders.Performs an initial assessment and evaluation of patient's
speech and language and reports evaluation findings to the Health
Care Provider and clinical manager promptly, and assists in
establishing a plan of care.Plan for coordinated service for
patients by consulting and working with other health care team
members effectively and communicating schedules as
assigned.Observes, records and reports to Health Care Provider the
patient's treatment, response and progress and promptly reports
significant changes and obtains orders to revise plan of care, and
documents accordingly.Documents initial evaluation and treatment
plan and re-evaluations of patient's progress at least every thirty
(30) days and updates plan of care as necessary. Completes
comprehensive assessments and OASES data, as indicated on a timely
basis.Counsels and teaches patients and their caregivers regarding
patients' speech and language disturbances and provides support and
educational materials to promote progress.Demonstrates activities
and exercises to the patient, caregiver or nurse who may assist the
patient and provides written instructions as indicated to promote
effective compliance.Informs the clinical manager of any unusual
occurrences, accidents, or adverse effects of medical devices and
documents accordingly.Completes clear concise and accurate clinical
notes, which document skilled services appropriately, and submits
all requested documentations on a timely basis (24hr).Assists in
referring patients to speech clinics and other community agencies
as needed.May supervise CHHA in procedures directly related to the
speech-language therapy plan of care.Recommends and assists
patients to obtain needed DME, communication devices, safety
modifications, etc. and refers to social services as indicated in
accordance with the Health Care Provider's plan of
care.Participates in orientation, case conferences, in-services and
staff meetings as requested.Provides individual and group staff
education programs, to prepare nurses and other disciplines to
identify and assist patients with their speech, language,
swallowing, and communication problems, as necessary.Uses proper
infection prevention and control procedures, universal precautions
and safety measures.Serves as a member of the Professional Advisory
Committee and participates in quality performance/improvement
activities as assigned.Adheres to agency's policies and
procedures.Provides and documents services in accordance with
applicable State, Federal, Medicare, Medi-cal regulations and
standards and third party payer guidelines.Environmental Conditions
and Physical RequirementsDriving or riding in a motor vehicle,
standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, and stretching.Our
Focus Home Health - Stockton Branch Treats Patients in the
Following
Cities:Sacramento/VacavilleStockton/Tracy/LodiModesto/Merced/Turlock/Los
BanosMinimum Requirements:Master's degree in Speech Language
PathologyActive Speech Language Pathology license (CCCs)Ability to
practice speech therapy unencumbered within state and federal
guidelinesAt least one year of experience working as a Speech
Language Pathologist (no CFYs)Must have vehicle, current driver's
license and appropriate automobile insurance.Ability to make home
visits and provide speech therapy evaluations and treatments in the
home environment complete documentation effectively and submit in a
timely manner.Preferred Requirements:Home health experienceHome
Care Home Base documentation experienceEssential qualities and
attributes:Strong critical thinking and problem-solving
skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsTeam
attitudeFlexibility
Keywords: Focus Health (Stockton), Stockton , Speech Language Pathologist, SLP, Home Health, Healthcare , Stockton, California
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