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Speech Pathologist jobs at Yale New Haven Health - 22 jobs

  • SLP

    Yale-New Haven Health 4.1company rating

    Speech pathologist job at Yale New Haven Health

    To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in a variety of inpatient and /or outpatient areas, as assigned. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team members. Performs other clinical, teaching and administrative duties as required. Serves as positive ambassador for all Rehabilitation Services. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Clinical 1.1 Able to interpret physician referrals to perform basic clinical evaluations. 2. Comprehensive Patient Care 2.1 Utilizes assistant and support staff and volunteers appropriately and safely in the delivery of patient care. 3. Clinical Supervision 3.1 Appropriately delegates responsibility to therapy assistants, clinical students and support staffs, and maintains an appropriate and compliant level of clinical supervision and documentation review/co-signature. 4. Documentation 4.1 Maintains concise and accurate patient care documentation and billing in accordance with system, hospital and department policy and regulatory requirements. 5. Education 5.1 Demonstrates participation in professional development and stays informed of current developments in the field by attending department in-services, and seeking opportunities to expand own knowledge of the profession and related fields. 6. Administration 6.1 Uses equipment in a safe and effective manner. Reports malfunctioning or missing equipment to Supervisor and takes corrective action to remove equipment from use. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of accredited Speech Language Pathology program or equivalent and M.S. degree EXPERIENCE No experience required. One (1) to two (2) years experience in an academic/large medical center based practice preferred. Experience working with children and/or adults depending on the assigned setting. Clinical experience with a variety of diagnoses to include post-surgical, developmental, neurological, genetic, oncologic, and traumatic. LICENSURE Must maintain a current unencumbered license or temporary permit to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in CT. All newly hired employees must have current BLS certification or obtain within two months of hire. Membership in American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) required. SPECIAL SKILLS The individual should demonstrate age-specific knowledge in basic anatomy and physiology, psychology and Speech Language Pathology theory, evaluations, and treatment techniques to be applied to a diverse patient population. Observation skills, communication skills (both verbal and written), and an ability to work with patients, families and other providers in a synergistic manner are essential. The individual should also be willing and able to assume increased responsibilities as required. Experience with FEES, MBS and TEP preferred. PHYSICAL DEMAND May require exposure to blood and body fluids, hazardous materials and communicable diseases; long periods of standing and walking; lifting and positioning of patients. The worker must be able to stand, walk, talk, hear, lift, push, pull, reach, stoop, kneel, climb and perform repetitive motions, of the wrist, fingers or hands., The worker is subject to inside environmental/atmospheric conditions such as poor ventilation and is also subject to hazards, such as exposure to chemicals., The worker must be able to operate various exercise equipment, whirlpools, ultrasound and electrical stimulation equipment., The worker must be able to exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and /or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently and/or up to, 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects or the human body., Functions with or without the assistance of reasonable accommodation as determined on a case by case basis. Incumbents as well as external and internal applicants who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without the assistance of reasonable accommodation as determined on a case-by-case basis. YNHHS Requisition ID 159743
    $77k-109k yearly est. 8d ago
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  • Home Health- Speech Pathologist

    Yale-New Haven Health 4.1company rating

    Speech pathologist job at Yale New Haven Health

    To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Responsible for performance of all speech- language, communicative, and swallowing diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures on inpatients and outpatients; specifically, conducts evaluations and analyzes the results to diagnose the disorder; recommends and conducts appropriate rehabilitation intervention; counsels the patient and family (as approved by the patient) as to the current status of the patient and plans appropriate intervention to address the specific needs of the patient; writes reports on all diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures in the EMR. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities * • 1.1. Able to interpret physician referrals to perform basic clinical evaluations. * 1.2. Performs all patient care responsibilities consistently with age-specific criteria. * 1.3. Demonstrates technical skill and accuracy in performing basic treatments. 1.4. Develops population-specific treatment programs which reflect compliance with established clinical protocols where appropriate, monitors patient responses, and terminates treatments when appropriate. * 1.5. Sets measurable and appropriate goals that reflect patient/family involvement and seeks appropriate assistance. * 1.6. Provides patient and family education. 1.7. Initiates and maintains current records and reports concerning patient course, re-evaluates and updates goals, and plans as necessary, based on the patient's response to treatment. * 1.8. Uses equipment in a safe and effective manner. * 1.9. Reports malfunctioning or missing equipment to supervisor and takes corrective action to remove equipment from use. * 1.10. Assumes responsibility for order of working areas. * 1.11. Maintains a high standard of professional accountability with respect to safety, efficiency, effectiveness, ethics, and legal issues. * 1.12. Demonstrates compliance with all health system standards and regulations. * 1.13. Participates constructively in team conferences, rounds, clinics, and discharge planning, as appropriate. * 1.14. Utilizes Assistant and support staff and volunteers appropriately in the delivery of patient care * Qualifications EDUCATION Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology; Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology completed EXPERIENCE Minimum of two (2) years as a clinical speech language pathologist in a large medical center-based practice preferred. Experience working with children and/or adults, depending on the assigned setting. Clinical experience with a variety of diagnoses to include post-surgical, developmental, neurological, genetic, oncologic, and traumatic. Home care experience is preferred. LICENSURE Must maintain a current unrestricted license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist in CT. A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance are required when using a personal vehicle for company business. Access to a dependable vehicle in order to travel to multiple stops a day. CPR certification is required and must be maintained. Candidates who do not have certification are required to obtain it within 3 months (90 days) of hire. SPECIAL SKILLS Basic therapy home care knowledge, OASIS, home care regulations and Conditions of Participation. Requires working with highly complex cases in a fast-paced environment. Position requires knowledge of age-specific assessments and treatment interventions YNHHS Requisition ID 114516
    $77k-110k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Sr Speech Language Pathologist

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    Speech-Language pathologists provide services that identify, prevent and rehabilitate speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency and swallowing disorders. Evaluates and analyzes patients, treatment and instruction to patient/family to maximize functional independence. Clinical responsibilities may include treatment of pediatrics, and/or adults and mature adults. May work in any of these locations: in-patient, out-patient, pediatrics. Responsibilities: 1. Performs speech/language evaluations on patients with complex diagnoses. 2. Performs speech/language therapy treatment planning and implementation for complex patients. 3. Provides patient/family education and training. 4. Provides peer reviews and participates in performance improvement activities. 5. Documentation is completed based on department guidelines. 6. Initiates discharge planning. 7. Continuing education: attends 20 hours of continuing education per year. Provides 10 hours of in-service education to staff per year. 8. Provides full time clinical experience to students and community education lectures. 9. Acts as mentor to lower level staff and new staff. 10. Participates in orienting, teaching, guiding and evaluating assisting staff. 11. Assists with annual competency training and verification. 12. Assists with scheduling patients and achieving appropriate staffing. 13. Provides coverage in program coordinators absence as requested. 14. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. 15. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Minimum Experience: three years Desired: CPR certification. FEES and MBS clinical experience Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Credentials:ASHA,SPT Company: Danbury Hospital Org Unit: 186 Department: Phys Med - Main St Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $41.00 - $76.16 Hourly We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
    $41-76.2 hourly 55d ago
  • Sr Speech Language Pathologist

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    at Danbury Hospital Speech-Language pathologists provide services that identify, prevent and rehabilitate speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency and swallowing disorders. Evaluates and analyzes patients, treatment and instruction to patient/family to maximize functional independence. Clinical responsibilities may include treatment of pediatrics, and/or adults and mature adults. May work in any of these locations: in-patient, out-patient, pediatrics. Responsibilities: 1. Performs speech/language evaluations on patients with complex diagnoses. 2. Performs speech/language therapy treatment planning and implementation for complex patients. 3. Provides patient/family education and training. 4. Provides peer reviews and participates in performance improvement activities. 5. Documentation is completed based on department guidelines. 6. Initiates discharge planning. 7. Continuing education: attends 20 hours of continuing education per year. Provides 10 hours of in-service education to staff per year. 8. Provides full time clinical experience to students and community education lectures. 9. Acts as mentor to lower level staff and new staff. 10. Participates in orienting, teaching, guiding and evaluating assisting staff. 11. Assists with annual competency training and verification. 12. Assists with scheduling patients and achieving appropriate staffing. 13. Provides coverage in program coordinators absence as requested. 14. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. 15. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Minimum Experience: three years Desired: CPR certification. FEES and MBS clinical experience Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Credentials:ASHA,SPT Company: Danbury Hospital Org Unit: 186 Department: Phys Med - Main St Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $41.00 - $76.16 Hourly
    $41-76.2 hourly Auto-Apply 58d ago
  • Sr Speech Language Pathologist

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    Speech-Language pathologists provide services that identify, prevent and rehabilitate speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency and swallowing disorders. Evaluates and analyzes patients, treatment and instruction to patient/family to maximize functional independence. Clinical responsibilities may include treatment of pediatrics, and/or adults and mature adults. May work in any of these locations: in-patient, out-patient, pediatrics. Responsibilities: 1. Performs speech/language evaluations on patients with complex diagnoses. 2. Performs speech/language therapy treatment planning and implementation for complex patients. 3. Provides patient/family education and training. 4. Provides peer reviews and participates in performance improvement activities. 5. Documentation is completed based on department guidelines. 6. Initiates discharge planning. 7. Continuing education: attends 20 hours of continuing education per year. Provides 10 hours of in-service education to staff per year. 8. Provides full time clinical experience to students and community education lectures. 9. Acts as mentor to lower level staff and new staff. 10. Participates in orienting, teaching, guiding and evaluating assisting staff. 11. Assists with annual competency training and verification. 12. Assists with scheduling patients and achieving appropriate staffing. 13. Provides coverage in program coordinators absence as requested. 14. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. 15. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Minimum Experience: three years Desired: CPR certification. FEES and MBS clinical experience Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Credentials:ASHA,SPT Company: Danbury Hospital Org Unit: 186 Department: Phys Med - Main St Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $41.00 - $76.16 Hourly Share: Share with Email Share on Twittershare to twitter Share on Facebookshare to facebook Share on LinkedInshare to linkedin
    $41-76.2 hourly 16d ago
  • Speech Language Pathologist

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    at Western CT Home Care Inc This position assesses and evaluates speech, language and/or hearing disorders. This role determines and makes recommendations to the physician the appropriate corrective treatment. Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient representative (if any) and caregiver. Communicates with the physician wo is responsible for the health plan of care and other health care practitioners as appropriate related to the current home health plan of care. Responsibilities: 1. Assesses the needs of the client utilizing diagnostic speech and language evaluations, to determine the type of speech, language or hearing disorder, and makes recommendations to the physician regarding the appropriate corrective treatment. 2. Participates in the development of the total care plan, and case management, in consultation with the physician. 3. Maintains records on visits to patients, including diagnostic evaluation, plans for care, expected outcomes, clients' response to therapy and discharge summaries. 4. Participates in case management conferences with the nurse and other team members to coordinate the speech therapy program with total plan of care. 5. Records and reports to the physician, the client's reactions to treatment, and any changes in the client's condition, progress in meeting goals, and reassesses at least every 60 days. 6. Instructs family and other team members in methods of assisting the client to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 7. Counsels and educates patients, family and other team members in mthods of assisting the patient to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 8. Provides written instructions after demonstration to home health team, a copy of which will be left in the home, and a copy in patient s record. 9. Participates in the agency quality ssurance and performance improvement plan. 10. Supervises care provided by the home health aides as appropriate. 11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position including attending in-service training 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Graduated from an approved curriculum certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association and successful completion of National Registration Examination. For Speech Therapists trained outside the United States, successful completion of registration examination as prescribed by the American speech Therapy Association A supervisor of Speech Pathology services shall be a Speech Pathologist, licensed to practice speech pathology in the State of Connecticut, who has a minimum of three (3) years' clinical experience in speech pathology. It is recommended that the speech therapist providing service in a home health agency have a minimum of one (1) year full time, paid experience in speech therapy in a hospital, clinic or other facility or agency, under the direction of an experienced and qualified speech therapist who maintained close supervision at all times. It is recommended that the speech therapist who has had at least five years' experience, but who has not actively practiced professionally within the preceding five years, and those with less than five years experience, shall participate in a formally sponsored refresher course or work under supervision before rendering professional service in the Agency. Minimum Experience: one year Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification and CPR certification. Experience with FEES or MBS. Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Credentials:ASHA,SLP Company: Western CT Home Care Inc Org Unit: 611 Department: Speech Therapy Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $40.43 - $75.10 Hourly
    $40.4-75.1 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    Attention ************************************* Access/default Page ********************************************************** ***************************************************** List.html CP ************************************************************ Speech Language Pathologist - PRN Summary: Speech-Language Pathologists evaluate and design treatment and provides instruction to patient/family to maximize functional independence. Provide services that identify, prevent and rehabilitate speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency and swallowing disorders. Evaluates and analyzes patients, treatment and instruction to patient/family to maximize functional independence. Clinical responsibilities may include treatment of pedriatrics and/or adults and mature adults. May work in any of the following locations: in-patient, out-patient, pediatrics. Responsibilities: 1. Performs speech/language evaluations. Demonstrates technical skill and accuracy in performing basic evaluation procedures. 2. Performs speech/language therapy treatment planning and implementation. Utilizes appropriate intervention, procedure & equipment/materials as defined by specialty area. 3. Provides patient/family education and training. 4. Provides peer review and participates in performance improvement activities. 5. Documentation is completed based on department guidelines. 6. Initiates discharge planning. 7. Continuing education: attends 20 hours per year, provides two hours of inservice education to staff per year. 8. Provides full time clinical experience to student. 9. Acts as mentor to lower level staff. 10. Participates in orienting, teaching, guiding and evaluating assisting staff. 11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Minimum Experience: Bachelorï ½s degree and minimum one year of experience Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification and CPR certification. Experience with FEES or MBS. Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Credentials:ASHA,SPT Company: Danbury Hospital Org Unit: 186 Department: Phys Med - Main St Exempt: No Salary Range: $40.43 - $75.10 Hourly We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
    $40.4-75.1 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Speech Language Pathologist

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    This position assesses and evaluates speech, language and/or hearing disorders. This role determines and makes recommendations to the physician the appropriate corrective treatment. Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient representative (if any) and caregiver. Communicates with the physician wo is responsible for the health plan of care and other health care practitioners as appropriate related to the current home health plan of care. Responsibilities: 1. Assesses the needs of the client utilizing diagnostic speech and language evaluations, to determine the type of speech, language or hearing disorder, and makes recommendations to the physician regarding the appropriate corrective treatment. 2. Participates in the development of the total care plan, and case management, in consultation with the physician. 3. Maintains records on visits to patients, including diagnostic evaluation, plans for care, expected outcomes, clients' response to therapy and discharge summaries. 4. Participates in case management conferences with the nurse and other team members to coordinate the speech therapy program with total plan of care. 5. Records and reports to the physician, the client's reactions to treatment, and any changes in the client's condition, progress in meeting goals, and reassesses at least every 60 days. 6. Instructs family and other team members in methods of assisting the client to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 7. Counsels and educates patients, family and other team members in mthods of assisting the patient to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 8. Provides written instructions after demonstration to home health team, a copy of which will be left in the home, and a copy in patient s record. 9. Participates in the agency quality ssurance and performance improvement plan. 10. Supervises care provided by the home health aides as appropriate. 11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position including attending in-service training 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Graduated from an approved curriculum certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association and successful completion of National Registration Examination. For Speech Therapists trained outside the United States, successful completion of registration examination as prescribed by the American speech Therapy Association A supervisor of Speech Pathology services shall be a Speech Pathologist, licensed to practice speech pathology in the State of Connecticut, who has a minimum of three (3) years' clinical experience in speech pathology. It is recommended that the speech therapist providing service in a home health agency have a minimum of one (1) year full time, paid experience in speech therapy in a hospital, clinic or other facility or agency, under the direction of an experienced and qualified speech therapist who maintained close supervision at all times. It is recommended that the speech therapist who has had at least five years' experience, but who has not actively practiced professionally within the preceding five years, and those with less than five years experience, shall participate in a formally sponsored refresher course or work under supervision before rendering professional service in the Agency. Minimum Experience: one year Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification and CPR certification. Experience with FEES or MBS. Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Credentials:ASHA,SLP Company: Western CT Home Care Inc Org Unit: 611 Department: Speech Therapy Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $40.43 - $75.10 Hourly We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
    $40.4-75.1 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    at Danbury Hospital Attention Onboard Contacts Jobvites CPSpeech Language Pathologist - PRN Speech-Language Pathologists evaluate and design treatment and provides instruction to patient/family to maximize functional independence. Provide services that identify, prevent and rehabilitate speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency and swallowing disorders. Evaluates and analyzes patients, treatment and instruction to patient/family to maximize functional independence. Clinical responsibilities may include treatment of pedriatrics and/or adults and mature adults. May work in any of the following locations: in-patient, out-patient, pediatrics. Responsibilities: 1. Performs speech/language evaluations. Demonstrates technical skill and accuracy in performing basic evaluation procedures. 2. Performs speech/language therapy treatment planning and implementation. Utilizes appropriate intervention, procedure & equipment/materials as defined by specialty area. 3. Provides patient/family education and training. 4. Provides peer review and participates in performance improvement activities. 5. Documentation is completed based on department guidelines. 6. Initiates discharge planning. 7. Continuing education: attends 20 hours per year, provides two hours of inservice education to staff per year. 8. Provides full time clinical experience to student. 9. Acts as mentor to lower level staff. 10. Participates in orienting, teaching, guiding and evaluating assisting staff. 11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Minimum Experience: Bachelorï ½s degree and minimum one year of experience Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification and CPR certification. Experience with FEES or MBS. Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Credentials:ASHA,SPT Company: Danbury Hospital Org Unit: 186 Department: Phys Med - Main St Exempt: No Salary Range: $40.43 - $75.10 Hourly
    $40.4-75.1 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Speech Language Pathologist

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    This position assesses and evaluates speech, language and/or hearing disorders. This role determines and makes recommendations to the physician the appropriate corrective treatment. Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient representative (if any) and caregiver. Communicates with the physician wo is responsible for the health plan of care and other health care practitioners as appropriate related to the current home health plan of care. Responsibilities: 1. Assesses the needs of the client utilizing diagnostic speech and language evaluations, to determine the type of speech, language or hearing disorder, and makes recommendations to the physician regarding the appropriate corrective treatment. 2. Participates in the development of the total care plan, and case management, in consultation with the physician. 3. Maintains records on visits to patients, including diagnostic evaluation, plans for care, expected outcomes, clients' response to therapy and discharge summaries. 4. Participates in case management conferences with the nurse and other team members to coordinate the speech therapy program with total plan of care. 5. Records and reports to the physician, the client's reactions to treatment, and any changes in the client's condition, progress in meeting goals, and reassesses at least every 60 days. 6. Instructs family and other team members in methods of assisting the client to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 7. Counsels and educates patients, family and other team members in mthods of assisting the patient to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 8. Provides written instructions after demonstration to home health team, a copy of which will be left in the home, and a copy in patient s record. 9. Participates in the agency quality ssurance and performance improvement plan. 10. Supervises care provided by the home health aides as appropriate. 11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position including attending in-service training 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Graduated from an approved curriculum certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association and successful completion of National Registration Examination. For Speech Therapists trained outside the United States, successful completion of registration examination as prescribed by the American speech Therapy Association A supervisor of Speech Pathology services shall be a Speech Pathologist, licensed to practice speech pathology in the State of Connecticut, who has a minimum of three (3) years' clinical experience in speech pathology. It is recommended that the speech therapist providing service in a home health agency have a minimum of one (1) year full time, paid experience in speech therapy in a hospital, clinic or other facility or agency, under the direction of an experienced and qualified speech therapist who maintained close supervision at all times. It is recommended that the speech therapist who has had at least five years' experience, but who has not actively practiced professionally within the preceding five years, and those with less than five years experience, shall participate in a formally sponsored refresher course or work under supervision before rendering professional service in the Agency. Minimum Experience: one year Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification and CPR certification. Experience with FEES or MBS. Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Credentials:ASHA,SLP Company: Western CT Home Care Inc Org Unit: 611 Department: Speech Therapy Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $40.43 - $75.10 Hourly Share: Share with Email Share on Twittershare to twitter Share on Facebookshare to facebook Share on LinkedInshare to linkedin
    $40.4-75.1 hourly 34d ago
  • Speech Language Pathologist Per Diem

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    Attention Onboard Contacts Jobvites CP Speech Language Pathologist - PRN Speech-Language Pathologists evaluate and design treatment and provides instruction to patient/family to maximize functional independence. Provide services that identify, prevent and rehabilitate speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency and swallowing disorders. Evaluates and analyzes patients, treatment and instruction to patient/family to maximize functional independence. Clinical responsibilities may include treatment of pedriatrics and/or adults and mature adults. May work in any of the following locations: in-patient, out-patient, pediatrics. Responsibilities: 1. Performs speech/language evaluations. Demonstrates technical skill and accuracy in performing basic evaluation procedures. 2. Performs speech/language therapy treatment planning and implementation. Utilizes appropriate intervention, procedure & equipment/materials as defined by specialty area. 3. Provides patient/family education and training. 4. Provides peer review and participates in performance improvement activities. 5. Documentation is completed based on department guidelines. 6. Initiates discharge planning. 7. Continuing education: attends 20 hours per year, provides two hours of inservice education to staff per year. 8. Provides full time clinical experience to student. 9. Acts as mentor to lower level staff. 10. Participates in orienting, teaching, guiding and evaluating assisting staff. 11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Minimum Experience: Bachelor s degree and minimum one year of experience Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification and CPR certification. Experience with FEES or MBS. Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Credentials:ASHA,SPT Company: Danbury Hospital Org Unit: 186 Department: Phys Med - Main St Exempt: No Salary Range: $40.43 - $75.10 Hourly Share: Share with Email Share on Twittershare to twitter Share on Facebookshare to facebook Share on LinkedInshare to linkedin
    $40.4-75.1 hourly 34d ago
  • Speech Language Pathologist - PRN - DAY

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Sharon, CT jobs

    Attach Job DescriptionWorking Conditions: Manual: Little or no manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Little or no potential for occupational risk Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Company: Sharon Hospital Org Unit: 1282 Department: Speech Therapy Exempt: No Salary Range: $41.00 - $76.16 Hourly We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
    $41-76.2 hourly 17d ago
  • Speech Language Pathologist - PRN - DAY

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Sharon, CT jobs

    at Sharon Hospital Attach Job Description Working Conditions: Manual: Little or no manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Little or no potential for occupational risk Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Company: Sharon Hospital Org Unit: 1282 Department: Speech Therapy Exempt: No Salary Range: $41.00 - $76.16 Hourly
    $41-76.2 hourly Auto-Apply 16d ago
  • Therapy - SLP

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    GetMed Staffing is searching for a strong Speech Language Pathologist to assist our traveler-friendly client. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience is required. Traveling with GetMed Staffing offers the unique opportunity to gain diverse experiences, both personally and professionally. Gain experience that matters.
    $63k-86k yearly est. 48d ago
  • Speech Therapist Per Visit

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    at Western CT Home Care Inc At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care at Nuvance Health. Our home health team works closely with patients' physicians and families to provide care in the one place where our patients want to be, in the comfort of their own homes. As part of the Nuvance Health Network, our home health staff enjoy flexible schedules; continuing education options; excellent medical, dental and recreational benefits; and the support of a thorough orientation program. Summary: This position assesses and evaluates speech, language and/or hearing disorders. This role determines and makes recommendations to the physician the appropriate corrective treatment. Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient representative (if any) and caregiver. Communicates with the physician wo is responsible for the health plan of care and other health care practitioners as appropriate related to the current home health plan of care. Responsibilities: 1. Assesses the needs of the client utilizing diagnostic speech and language evaluations, to determine the type of speech, language or hearing disorder, and makes recommendations to the physician regarding the appropriate corrective treatment. 2. Participates in the development of the total care plan, and case management, in consultation with the physician. 3. Maintains records on visits to patients, including diagnostic evaluation, plans for care, expected outcomes, clients' response to therapy and discharge summaries. 4. Participates in case management conferences with the nurse and other team members to coordinate the speech therapy program with total plan of care. 5. Records and reports to the physician, the client's reactions to treatment, and any changes in the client's condition, progress in meeting goals, and reassesses at least every 60 days. 6. Instructs family and other team members in methods of assisting the client to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 7. Counsels and educates patients, family and other team members in mthods of assisting the patient to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 8. Provides written instructions after demonstration to home health team, a copy of which will be left in the home, and a copy in patientï ½s record. 9. Participates in the agency quality ssurance and performance improvement plan. 10. Supervises care provided by the home health aides as appropriate. 11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position including attending in-service training 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Graduated from an approved curriculum certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association and successful completion of National Registration Examination. For Speech Therapists trained outside the United States, successful completion of registration examination as prescribed by the American speech Therapy Association A supervisor of Speech Pathology services shall be a Speech Pathologist, licensed to practice speech pathology in the State of Connecticut, who has a minimum of three (3) years' clinical experience in speech pathology. It is recommended that the speech therapist providing service in a home health agency have a minimum of one (1) year full time, paid experience in speech therapy in a hospital, clinic or other facility or agency, under the direction of an experienced and qualified speech therapist who maintained close supervision at all times. It is recommended that the speech therapist who has had at least five years' experience, but who has not actively practiced professionally within the preceding five years, and those with less than five years experience, shall participate in a formally sponsored refresher course or work under supervision before rendering professional service in the Agency. Minimum Experience: one year Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification and CPR certification. Experience with FEES or MBS. Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Company: Western CT Home Care Inc Org Unit: 611 Department: Speech Therapy Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $32.64 - $65.01 Hourly
    $32.6-65 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Speech Therapist Per Visit

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care at Nuvance Health. Our home health team works closely with patients' physicians and families to provide care in the one place where our patients want to be, in the comfort of their own homes. As part of the Nuvance Health Network, our home health staff enjoy flexible schedules; continuing education options; excellent medical, dental and recreational benefits; and the support of a thorough orientation program.Summary: This position assesses and evaluates speech, language and/or hearing disorders. This role determines and makes recommendations to the physician the appropriate corrective treatment. Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient representative (if any) and caregiver. Communicates with the physician wo is responsible for the health plan of care and other health care practitioners as appropriate related to the current home health plan of care. Responsibilities: 1. Assesses the needs of the client utilizing diagnostic speech and language evaluations, to determine the type of speech, language or hearing disorder, and makes recommendations to the physician regarding the appropriate corrective treatment. 2. Participates in the development of the total care plan, and case management, in consultation with the physician. 3. Maintains records on visits to patients, including diagnostic evaluation, plans for care, expected outcomes, clients' response to therapy and discharge summaries. 4. Participates in case management conferences with the nurse and other team members to coordinate the speech therapy program with total plan of care. 5. Records and reports to the physician, the client's reactions to treatment, and any changes in the client's condition, progress in meeting goals, and reassesses at least every 60 days. 6. Instructs family and other team members in methods of assisting the client to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 7. Counsels and educates patients, family and other team members in mthods of assisting the patient to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 8. Provides written instructions after demonstration to home health team, a copy of which will be left in the home, and a copy in patient s record. 9. Participates in the agency quality ssurance and performance improvement plan. 10. Supervises care provided by the home health aides as appropriate. 11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position including attending in-service training 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Graduated from an approved curriculum certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association and successful completion of National Registration Examination. For Speech Therapists trained outside the United States, successful completion of registration examination as prescribed by the American speech Therapy Association A supervisor of Speech Pathology services shall be a Speech Pathologist, licensed to practice speech pathology in the State of Connecticut, who has a minimum of three (3) years' clinical experience in speech pathology. It is recommended that the speech therapist providing service in a home health agency have a minimum of one (1) year full time, paid experience in speech therapy in a hospital, clinic or other facility or agency, under the direction of an experienced and qualified speech therapist who maintained close supervision at all times. It is recommended that the speech therapist who has had at least five years' experience, but who has not actively practiced professionally within the preceding five years, and those with less than five years experience, shall participate in a formally sponsored refresher course or work under supervision before rendering professional service in the Agency. Minimum Experience: one year Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification and CPR certification. Experience with FEES or MBS. Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Company: Western CT Home Care Inc Org Unit: 611 Department: Speech Therapy Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $32.64 - $65.01 Hourly We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
    $32.6-65 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Speech Therapist Per Visit

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care at Nuvance Health. Our home health team works closely with patients' physicians and families to provide care in the one place where our patients want to be, in the comfort of their own homes. As part of the Nuvance Health Network, our home health staff enjoy flexible schedules; continuing education options; excellent medical, dental and recreational benefits; and the support of a thorough orientation program. Summary: This position assesses and evaluates speech, language and/or hearing disorders. This role determines and makes recommendations to the physician the appropriate corrective treatment. Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient representative (if any) and caregiver. Communicates with the physician wo is responsible for the health plan of care and other health care practitioners as appropriate related to the current home health plan of care. Responsibilities: 1. Assesses the needs of the client utilizing diagnostic speech and language evaluations, to determine the type of speech, language or hearing disorder, and makes recommendations to the physician regarding the appropriate corrective treatment. 2. Participates in the development of the total care plan, and case management, in consultation with the physician. 3. Maintains records on visits to patients, including diagnostic evaluation, plans for care, expected outcomes, clients' response to therapy and discharge summaries. 4. Participates in case management conferences with the nurse and other team members to coordinate the speech therapy program with total plan of care. 5. Records and reports to the physician, the client's reactions to treatment, and any changes in the client's condition, progress in meeting goals, and reassesses at least every 60 days. 6. Instructs family and other team members in methods of assisting the client to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 7. Counsels and educates patients, family and other team members in mthods of assisting the patient to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 8. Provides written instructions after demonstration to home health team, a copy of which will be left in the home, and a copy in patient s record. 9. Participates in the agency quality ssurance and performance improvement plan. 10. Supervises care provided by the home health aides as appropriate. 11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position including attending in-service training 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: MASTER'S LVL DGRE Other Information: Required: Graduated from an approved curriculum certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association and successful completion of National Registration Examination. For Speech Therapists trained outside the United States, successful completion of registration examination as prescribed by the American speech Therapy Association A supervisor of Speech Pathology services shall be a Speech Pathologist, licensed to practice speech pathology in the State of Connecticut, who has a minimum of three (3) years' clinical experience in speech pathology. It is recommended that the speech therapist providing service in a home health agency have a minimum of one (1) year full time, paid experience in speech therapy in a hospital, clinic or other facility or agency, under the direction of an experienced and qualified speech therapist who maintained close supervision at all times. It is recommended that the speech therapist who has had at least five years' experience, but who has not actively practiced professionally within the preceding five years, and those with less than five years experience, shall participate in a formally sponsored refresher course or work under supervision before rendering professional service in the Agency. Minimum Experience: one year Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification and CPR certification. Experience with FEES or MBS. Working Conditions: Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions Company: Western CT Home Care Inc Org Unit: 611 Department: Speech Therapy Exempt: Yes Salary Range: $32.64 - $65.01 Hourly Share: Share with Email Share on Twittershare to twitter Share on Facebookshare to facebook Share on LinkedInshare to linkedin
    $32.6-65 hourly 8d ago
  • Speech Therapist Per Visit

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    at Western CT Home Care Inc At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care at Nuvance Health. Our home health team works closely with patients' physicians and families to provide care in the one place where our patients want to be, in the comfort of their own homes. As part of the Nuvance Health Network, our home health staff enjoy flexible schedules; continuing education options; excellent medical, dental and recreational benefits; and the support of a thorough orientation program. Summary: At [Health Quest Home Care/Western Connecticut Home Care], we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care at Nuvance Health. Our home health team works closely with patients' physicians and families to provide care in the one place where our patients want to be, in the comfort of their own homes. As part of the Nuvance Health Network, our home health staff enjoy flexible schedules; continuing education options; excellent medical, dental and recreational benefits; and the support of a thorough orientation program. Responsibilities: 1. Assesses the needs of the client utilizing diagnostic speech and language evaluations, to determine the type of speech, language or hearing disorder, and makes recommendations to the physician regarding the appropriate corrective treatment. 2. Participates in the development of the total care plan, and case management, in consultation with the physician. 3. Maintains records on visits to patients, including diagnostic evaluation, plans for care, expected outcomes, clients' response to therapy and discharge summaries. 4. Participates in case management conferences with the nurse and other team members to coordinate the speech therapy program with total plan of care. 5. Records and reports to the physician, the client's reactions to treatment, and any changes in the client's condition, progress in meeting goals, and reassesses at least every 60 days. 6. Instructs family and other team members in methods of assisting the client to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 7. Counsels and educates patients, family and other team members in mthods of assisting the patient to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 8. Provides written instructions after demonstration to home health team, a copy of which will be left in the home, and a copy in patient's record. 9. Participates in the agency quality ssurance and performance improvement plan. 10. Supervises care provided by the home health aides as appropriate. 11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position including attending in-service training 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Other information: Required: Graduated from an approved curriculum certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association and successful completion of National Registration Examination. For Speech Therapists trained outside the United States, successful completion of registration examination as prescribed by the American speech Therapy Association A supervisor of Speech Pathology services shall be a Speech Pathologist, licensed to practice speech pathology in the State of Connecticut, who has a minimum of three (3) years' clinical experience in speech pathology. It is recommended that the speech therapist providing service in a home health agency have a minimum of one (1) year full time, paid experience in speech therapy in a hospital, clinic or other facility or agency, under the direction of an experienced and qualified speech therapist who maintained close supervision at all times. It is recommended that the speech therapist who has had at least five years' experience, but who has not actively practiced professionally within the preceding five years, and those with less than five years experience, shall participate in a formally sponsored refresher course or work under supervision before rendering professional service in the Agency. Minimum Experience: one year Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification and CPR certification. Experience with FEES or MBS. Location: Danbury-100 Saw Mill Road Work Type: Per Diem Standard Hours: 1.00 FTE: 0.010000 Work Schedule: Day 8 Work Shift: Variable Org Unit: 611 Department: Speech Therapy Exempt: Yes Grade: S11 Salary Range: 32.6400 - 65.0100 Education: Essential: * Master's Level Degree Working conditions: Essential: * Some manual skills / motor coord & finger dexterity * Some occupational risk * Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force * Generally pleasant working conditions.
    $73k-96k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Speech Therapist Per Visit

    Nuvance Health 4.7company rating

    Danbury, CT jobs

    At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care at Nuvance Health. Our home health team works closely with patients' physicians and families to provide care in the one place where our patients want to be, in the comfort of their own homes. As part of the Nuvance Health Network, our home health staff enjoy flexible schedules; continuing education options; excellent medical, dental and recreational benefits; and the support of a thorough orientation program. Summary: At [Health Quest Home Care/Western Connecticut Home Care], we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care at Nuvance Health. Our home health team works closely with patients' physicians and families to provide care in the one place where our patients want to be, in the comfort of their own homes. As part of the Nuvance Health Network, our home health staff enjoy flexible schedules; continuing education options; excellent medical, dental and recreational benefits; and the support of a thorough orientation program. Responsibilities: 1. Assesses the needs of the client utilizing diagnostic speech and language evaluations, to determine the type of speech, language or hearing disorder, and makes recommendations to the physician regarding the appropriate corrective treatment. 2. Participates in the development of the total care plan, and case management, in consultation with the physician. 3. Maintains records on visits to patients, including diagnostic evaluation, plans for care, expected outcomes, clients' response to therapy and discharge summaries. 4. Participates in case management conferences with the nurse and other team members to coordinate the speech therapy program with total plan of care. 5. Records and reports to the physician, the client's reactions to treatment, and any changes in the client's condition, progress in meeting goals, and reassesses at least every 60 days. 6. Instructs family and other team members in methods of assisting the client to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 7. Counsels and educates patients, family and other team members in mthods of assisting the patient to improve and correct speech disabilities and swallowing disorders. 8. Provides written instructions after demonstration to home health team, a copy of which will be left in the home, and a copy in patient's record. 9. Participates in the agency quality ssurance and performance improvement plan. 10. Supervises care provided by the home health aides as appropriate. 11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position including attending in-service training 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Other information: Required: Graduated from an approved curriculum certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association and successful completion of National Registration Examination. For Speech Therapists trained outside the United States, successful completion of registration examination as prescribed by the American speech Therapy Association A supervisor of Speech Pathology services shall be a Speech Pathologist, licensed to practice speech pathology in the State of Connecticut, who has a minimum of three (3) years' clinical experience in speech pathology. It is recommended that the speech therapist providing service in a home health agency have a minimum of one (1) year full time, paid experience in speech therapy in a hospital, clinic or other facility or agency, under the direction of an experienced and qualified speech therapist who maintained close supervision at all times. It is recommended that the speech therapist who has had at least five years' experience, but who has not actively practiced professionally within the preceding five years, and those with less than five years experience, shall participate in a formally sponsored refresher course or work under supervision before rendering professional service in the Agency. Minimum Experience: one year Desired: Functional Independent Measurement (FIM) certification and CPR certification. Experience with FEES or MBS. Location: Danbury-100 Saw Mill Road Work Type: Per Diem Standard Hours: 1.00 FTE: 0.010000 Work Schedule: Day 8 Work Shift: Variable Org Unit: 611 Department: Speech Therapy Exempt: Yes Grade: S11 Salary Range: 32.6400 - 65.0100 Education: Essential: * Master's Level Degree Working conditions: Essential: * Some manual skills / motor coord & finger dexterity * Some occupational risk * Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force * Generally pleasant working conditions. We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at ************ (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
    $73k-96k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Per Diem Home Health Speech Therapist - Waterford

    Yale-New Haven Health 4.1company rating

    Speech pathologist job at Yale New Haven Health

    To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Provides complete assessment and speech therapy to individuals accepted for admission to Visiting Nurse Association of Southeastern Connecticut therapeutic home care program. The Speech and Language Pathologist is directly responsible to the Supervisor of Therapy Services. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities * 1. Provides comprehensive assessment of speech, hearing, and language functioning for an individual. Participates in development of total patient care plan. A copy of the initial evaluation is included in the patient's record and a copy forwarded to the physician within 10 days of admission to ST services by the primary agency. * 2. Prepares, implements, and documents a therapeutic plan based on the initial evaluation and the total patient care plan. The plan is developed in collaboration with the client, family, nurse, physician, and other professionals involved with the patient. * 3. Provides rehabilitative services for speech and language disorders. * 4. Instructs patient, family, and other agency health care personnel in patient's treatment regimen when indicated. * 5. Identifies patient/family needs for other home health services and referral for same when needed. * 6. Participates in case management conferences. Provides appropriate consultation to personnel. Inform primary care nurse or, if not available, clinical supervisor of any changes in patient status. * 7. Reevaluates patient status at appropriate intervals and makes program changes when indicated after consultation with primary care nurse and physician. At lest every 60 days a summary of the patient's progress recorded with a copy of the summary filed in the clinical record and a copy forwarded to the physician by the primary agency. * 8. Maintains communication with the primary care nurse and the physician in order to be apprised of changes in the patient's condition or total care plan. All communications must be documented in patient clinical record. Submits dated and signed clinical notes for each visit to agency within 7 days of visit. Clinical notes must include dates of service, service provided, progress, changes in treatment, modality, any other significant information, signature, and title. * 9. Participates in discharge planning from speech therapy with the patient, the primary care nurse, and the physician. At the time of discharge a summary including the patient's functional abilities and deficits in speech performance shall be forwarded to the VNA. A copy will be forwarded to the physician within seven days of discharge. * 10. Participates in at least 12 hours inservice per year. * 11. HIPAA Access Level 4. Qualifications EDUCATION ' Current license in Connecticut as a speech pathologist. ' Master's degree in speech pathology. ' Three years clinical experience in speech pathology. ' Graduate speech pathologist - Master's degree from an accredited school with an approved plan on file with the Division on Medical Quality Assurance. Graduate speech pathologist must work under the supervision of a licensed speech pathologist. ' Pre-employment physical including tuberculosis test. ' Satisfactory work references. SPECIAL SKILLS Medium to heavy work. Constant handling of under 10 pounds to occasional handling of 70 pounds. Frequent driving required. Standing, walking and handling are performed on a constant basis. sitting, carrying, bending lifting/lowering, pushing/pulling with whole body and with arms are performed on a frequent basis. Squatting/kneeling, twisting, and reaching are performed on an occasional basis. The highest physical demand os this position are incurred while transferring a client requiring maximal assist of one or more persons, for example, side lying to sitting, sitting to standing, and lifting from chair, commode, toilet, or bed. Loads lifted or forces exerted up to 70 pounds for client weighing up to 220 pounds in height range of 15-36 inches. Adequate vision and hearing to carry out assigned duties. YNHHS Requisition ID 145620
    $79k-107k yearly est. 60d+ ago

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