Speech Language Pathologist - Sign on Bonus - Amarillo, TX
Company: Care Options for Kids
Location: Amarillo
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description Care Options for Kids is a pediatric home health
agency built on the values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion,
Commitment and Excellence. We have created a strong and purposeful
culture for our employees that we extend outward to our patients,
their families, and our care partners in the community.
Highlighting our culture, 94% of our staff recommend COFK as a
great place to work. With our mentoring, growth opportunities,
clinical research, and wonderful benefits, and more, we---re
confident you---ll love being a part of the COFK family. We are
looking for passionate, enthusiastic therapists who are interested
in being part of therapy team backed and supported by a strong and
thriving company. Position Summary: The position of a Speech
Language Pathologist provides therapeutic techniques for the
rehabilitation of patients with speech, language, hearing, oral
motor, swallowing and cognitive disorders. Provides coordinated
care to patients of all age groups. Plans, implements and evaluates
patient care to restore or maintain patient wellbeing. Collaborates
with interdisciplinary team. Essential Job Functions include but
are not limited to: Perform clinical assessment; identify patient
needs and appropriateness of patient Document, prepare/revise and
complete Plan of Care, progress notes, phone orders and other
clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis. Analyze patient
needs and administer care as ordered by physician. Performs and
oversees other team members, when applicable, in the performance of
patient care that is consistent with the patient needs and desires.
Applies concepts of infection control standard precautions in
coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent
contamination and transmission of disease Accepts clinical
assignments that are consistent with education and competence to
care for patients Provides appropriate plan, treatment and
evaluation for speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders
with appropriate test and measurements. Maintain pertinent records
of specific test performed and progress made. Educate
patient/family concerning patient deficits, ways to facilitate
communication and appropriate discharge plans through family
members. Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication
skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other team members
to achieve desirable outcomes. Must meet mandatory continuing
education requirements. Promotes compliance with all fiscal
intermediary and/or other third-party payors, through education,
coaching and other assistance necessary. Demonstrates commitment,
professional growth and competency. Promote Agency philosophy and
administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
Experience/Requirements: Pediatric focus and home health experience
preferred. Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to
work independently. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize
time and meet deadlines. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to
maintain confidentiality of data and information. Knowledge of
therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of
practice. Excellent communication --- verbal and written, and
interpersonal skills. Responsive to requests. Reliable
transportation, valid driver---s license and current auto liability
insurance. EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Master---s degree in
Speech Language Pathology from an accredited college or university
Current Texas State License in Speech Language Pathology
Certificate of Clinical Competence from American Speech-Language
Association Physical and Sensory Essential Functions : Requires
prolonged standing and walking, some bending, pulling, pushing,
stooping, stretching and/or heavy lifting. Requires eye-hand
coordination and manual dexterity, sufficient to operate a
keyboard, telephone and other equipment. Requires working under
some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs and
to meet patient/family individualized psychosocial needs. Working
Conditions : This job operates in an office, clinic and/or
patients--- home with various conditions. Possible exposure to
blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases with varying
exposure to noise. Proof of current CPR and Hepatitis profile
required. Ability to work flexible schedule and travel locally.
Some exposure to unpleasant weather. Machines, Tools, Equipment and
Work Aids Used : Typical office equipment including Microsoft
Office Suite and KanTime
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