Speech Language Pathologist PRN

Qualifications

• Must have a master’s degree from an approved curriculum in Speech Pathology, or its equivalent.
• Must have a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SP) from the American Speech and Hearing Association or be eligible for a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
• Must be licensed in the state or states in which he/she will provide speech therapy services.

Position Highlights

• Develops a speech therapy plan of care in collaboration with the patient and their representatives, the physician/allowed practitioner, the Clinical manager or designated RN, and other involved care team members.
• Performs functional evaluation and periodic re-evaluations, and provides goal-oriented care and services as ordered in the established plan of care.
• Plans, delivers and evaluates speech therapy services per the established plan of care, with periodic re-evaluations.
• Participates in the orientation and ongoing education program for HomeCare personnel.
• Consults with the HomeCare staff concerning communication problems of patients not receiving speech pathology services.