Speech and Language Pathologist jobs in Cleveland, OH

JOB SUMMARY

The SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST is a qualified professional who provides clinical speech language pathology services for patients in various settings. The Speech Language Pathologist provides services in collaboration with physicians, patients, families, significant others, and other team members. Speech Language Pathology and therapy is provided as authorized by the applicable state scope of practice regulations.

ABOUT US

For more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand. If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us!

We offer the following benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Plan
• Flexible Schedules
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Identity theft insurance
• 68.00hr

EDUCATION

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology by accredited program.

LICENSURE

Current and unrestricted state licensure as required by the state of practice.

EXPERIENCE

At least one year of speech language pathology experience in a healthcare or clinical environment.

CREDENTIALS

Current CPR as required by client facility; other health and screening tests as required by specific facilities and/or regulatory agencies.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Various client facility settings; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with ATC policies/procedures.
• Complies with client facility policies/procedures.
• Documents accurately and completely services provided.
• Initiates emergency measures according to client protocols.
• Maintains confidentiality relative to patient care and facility practices in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Provides patient care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights, and dignity are preserved.
• Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains competency by participating in continuing education programs and meets state specific requirements as applicable.
• Educates patient/others with respect to therapeutic exercises, activities, and equipment.
• Provides assessment, treatment, and evaluation of speech and language therapy patients in an accurate and timely manner.
• Knowledge of equipment and instruments used in daily activities.
• Knowledge of rehabilitative treatment techniques used in the treatment of multiple age groups.
• Knowledge of oral motor techniques.
• Knowledge of administering and evaluating a variety of standardized assessments.
• Orders, provides, and evaluates durable medical equipment/devices based on needs of patient.
• Provides services and consultation with ultimate goal being achievement of fullest rehabilitative potential of patient.
• Knowledge of various billing mechanisms (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid).

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or anyother category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE

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