Speech Therapist

Company: Advanced Home Health and Hospice of Lehigh Valley
Location: Bethlehem
Posted on: April 8, 2025

Job Description:

Advanced Home Health and Hospice of Lehigh Valley is looking to add a PRN Speech Therapist to our Home Health team. This position will plan and provide Speech therapy services to clients in their homes in accordance with the Plan of Care and Agency policies and procedures. The Speech Therapist performs functions that require specialized knowledge, judgment and skill. This position will demonstrate the ability to communicate well with other clinicians and partners to ensure quality patient care is always delivered.

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Qualifications
* Graduate of a Speech Therapy program.
* Possesses current registration or license as required by the state of practice.
* Minimum of one (1) year experience in a health care facility or equivalent experience preferred.
* Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills interpersonal skills.
* Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state/Agency requirements. Good driving record and reliable transportation.
* Current CPR certification.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
* Performs speech therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled procedures, and ongoing evaluation of clients who are receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care.
* Completes initial assessments in forty-eight (48) hours of referral, unless other arrangements are made.
* Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and client progress (outcomes) on designated forms and submits per Agency guidelines within (48) hours.
* Communicates plans and changes to the Physician and to Case Management. As well as all other Agency staff on changes to the care plan. Completes written progress notes timely and participates in care conferences and collaboration meetings.
* Implements appropriate education based on the client's needs and within the context of his/her environment and learning ability.
* Plans, teaches, supervises, and counsels clients and families about their speech therapy needs, in order to promote symptom management of disease process as well as overall improvement or recovery. Assist client and family with community resource needs.
* Evaluates the effectiveness of the teaching plan and makes adjustments in order to fulfill client's goals and objectives to the highest possible level.
* Uses OASIS assessment tools and outcome reports to improve therapy services and client outcomes.
* Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with agency policies and procedures.
* Assesses safety of environment and takes initiative to help prevent accidents and promote safety.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires a full range of body motion including the handling and lifting of patients. Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination required. Occasionally will lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds or greater. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. May require working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Involves exposure to communicable diseases. Requires a current driver's license and the ability to drive and access a patient's home without assistive device.

Job Type: PRN with future Full-Time opportunity.

Pay Rate: $70-$90 per visit type.

Job Types: Full-time, PRN

Pay: $70.00 - $90.00 per hour

Benefits:
* Flexible schedule
* Opportunities for advancement
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road

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