Speech Language Pathologist
Phoenix Home Care and Hospice
Summary
Responsible for the assessment, delivery, supervision and evaluation of speech therapy services to agency patients in accordance with the established physicians' Plan of Care and in compliance with applicable federal, state and agency regulations, policies, and procedures.
Job description
Speech-language therapy plays an essential role in the home health model of care, providing support to patients with various speech, language, communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
Responsibilities
- Performs direct speech therapy services to patients as ordered by a physician and in accordance with the Plan of Care.
- Complies with agency standards, policies, procedures, state and federal regulations, state practice acts for licensed personnel, the Business Code of Ethics, and payer requirements.
- Provides legible, accurate, timely and complete documentation in accordance with established agency standards of all care and services provided to patients as assigned.
- Communicates and collaborates with team members when reviewing, revising, and updating the patient's Plan of Care.
- Performs job responsibilities in accordance with agency financial and productivity goals in the promotion of effective and efficient agency operations.
- Performs any other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
- Education / Licensure: Master's degree in Speech-language pathology. Current license in the state(s) of practice.
- Experience: Prefer one (1) year clinical experience, preferably in an acute care or rehabilitation setting.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment, utilizing good judgment, flexibility and patience in all situations.
- Position requires mental alertness, precision, analytical ability, problem solving, memory, communication, concentration and initiative.
- May require frequent travel and irregular hours.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Speech-language pathology
- Current license in the state(s) of practice
- Prefer one (1) year clinical experience, preferably in acute care or rehabilitation setting
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment
- Good judgment, flexibility and patience
- Mental alertness, precision, analytical ability, problem solving, memory, communication, concentration and initiative
- May require frequent travel and irregular hours
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid Mileage
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Orientation and Training
- Flexible Scheduling
Company overview
Phoenix Home Care and Hospice is a specialized healthcare provider offering comprehensive home-based medical services and end-of-life care. The company focuses on delivering personalized care to patients in the comfort of their own homes, providing skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and medical social services. Their hospice division offers compassionate palliative care for individuals with terminal illnesses, emphasizing pain management, symptom control, and emotional support for both patients and their families. As a home health care organization, Phoenix Home Care and Hospice enables patients to maintain their independence and quality of life while receiving necessary medical attention. The company operates with a patient-centered approach, coordinating care with physicians and healthcare teams to ensure continuity of treatment. Their services are particularly valuable for elderly patients, those recovering from surgery or illness, and individuals with chronic conditions who require ongoing medical supervision. By bringing healthcare services directly to patients' homes, Phoenix Home Care and Hospice reduces hospital readmissions and supports the healthcare system's shift toward value-based care models.