Speech Therapist - PRN

Company: Tennova Home Health
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: January 15, 2020

Job Description:

Overview Using discretion and independent judgment, the Speech Therapist provides age-appropriate services for adult to geriatric patients, including the following: comprehensive assessment of cognitive communication skills and/or swallowing function, direct treatment to individuals and groups, development of a home exercise program, patient/family instruction, participation in team and family conferences, evaluation and selection of adaptive equipment, participation in PI programs, and documentation of services according to hospital and department standards. Must possess an understanding of the physical, mental, psychological, and social needs of the patients.This is a PRN Speech Therapist position.Tennova Home Health is a proud member of LHC Group. LHC Group is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. From home health and hospice care to long-term acute care and community-based services, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health at home. Hospitals and health systems around the country have partnered with LHC Group to deliver patient-centered care in the home. More hospitals, physicians and families choose LHC Group, because we are united by a single, shared purpose: It's all about helping people.

Additional Details Tennova Home Health, a part of LHC Group, is currently seeking clinicians/professionals that want to join our team to help improve the well being of our patients and their families. If you're seeking a unique opportunity to take your career to the next level, it just arrived!

• Do you want to be rewarded for your hard work?
• Do you desire to make a difference providing quality care?
• Do you want to be part of a family and not just an employee?
• Flexible schedule for field clinicians
• Competitive pay LHC Group is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. From home health and hospice care to long-term acute care and community-based services, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health at home.
  
  Qualifications Formal Education: Master's DegreeExperience: Less than 6 monthsLicense, Registration, and / or Certification Requirement: YesEducation Requirements
  • Master's degree from a program satisfying the American Speech-Language/Hearing Association's academic and practicum requirements for the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC). License Requirements
    • ASHA certification in Speech/Language Pathology or in the process of completing a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
      • CPR certification.
        • Current state license in Speech/Language Pathology or provisional license in CFY. IND0120 Options Apply Now

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