Speech Language Pathologist Bilingual - Sign-on-Bonus - Amarillo
Company: Care Options for Kids
Location: Amarillo
Posted on: May 15, 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. Bilingual in Spanish 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
Keywords: Care Options for Kids, Amarillo , Speech Language Pathologist Bilingual - Sign-on-Bonus - Amarillo, Healthcare , Amarillo, Texas
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