Speech Language Pathologist, SLP, Home Health
Company: San Diego Home Health Care
Location: Riverside
Posted on: January 23, 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! This Person will treat patients in the following
cities:Riverside/CoronaWho 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.What
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
San Diego Home Health Branch Treats Patients in the Following
Cities:San Diego/Chula VistaCarlsbad/San
MarcosTemecula/MuriettaRiverside/CoronaMinimum
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: San Diego Home Health Care, Riverside , Speech Language Pathologist, SLP, Home Health, Healthcare , Riverside, California
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