Per Diem / PRN Home Health Speech Language Pathologist - $110 per per visit
Company: Pinnacle Home Care
Location: Fort Myers
Posted on: January 16, 2023
Job Description:
Pinnacle Home Care is seeking a per diem / prn Home Health
Speech Language Pathologist for a per diem / prn job in Fort Myers,
Florida. Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Ongoing
- Up to 25.00 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Per Diem / PRNPAY INFORMATIONPay = $110/visit
+ documentation bonusPRNs are expected to complete 15 units/week
and participate in on call rotation set by office.1.00 Unit = 80
minutes (includes travel, documentation, and patient care)Mileage =
50 per milePOSITION RESPONSIBLITIESThe Speech Therapist (ST) is a
professional member of the health care team who provides Speech
Therapy services to patients in compliance with all applicable
practice acts. The Speech Therapist performs duties within
standards of clinical practice as defined by the Department of
Professional Regulation, the American Speech-Language-
Hearing-Association and the policies and procedures of the agency,
and who functions under the direction of a physician and nursing
supervisor in the deliverance of skilled Speech Therapy care to the
client. Evaluates the client's level of functioning and hearing
recommends mechanisms to enhance the client's hearing ability.
Provides initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the
client's needs, including Outcome and Assessment Information Set
(OASIS) assessments. Establishes a Speech Therapy treatment plan in
consultation with the physician and revises it with the approval of
the physician as necessary. Assists in development and
implementation of the interdisciplinary client care plan as it
pertains to Speech Therapy. Assures that the physician's orders are
appropriate and discusses necessary changes. Communicates with
other team members and, when appropriate, instructs them in speech
pathology techniques that they may use while working with the
client. Teaches, supervises, and counsels the family and client in
the total Speech Therapy program and other related problems of the
client at home. Evaluates the client, his/her significant other(s)
and the home situation to determine what instruction will be
required, what assistance will be available for the family in
caring for the client, and what other agency and community services
will be required. Makes arrangements for out-patient services for
procedures which cannot be given in the home. Records on a timely
basis all evaluation data, treatments, and client's response to
therapy intervention. Supervises the Home Health Aide every 14 days
when Speech Therapy is the only professional discipline involved in
the client's care. Records and reports to the physician the
client's reaction to treatment and /or any changes in the client's
condition. Participates in the development of periodic revision of
the physician's plan of treatment keeping him/her informed of the
patient's status and obtaining additional orders if necessary.
Communicates with the physician at least every 30 days or whenever
changes occur regarding the client's status and obtains additional
orders, if necessary. Evaluates the effectiveness of speech
pathology intervention and updates the client care plan as needed.
Documents in the EMR system same day as the encounter. Assumes
responsibility for self -development by continually striving to
improve his/her health care knowledge through educational programs,
attendance at workshops and conferences, active participation in
professional and related organization meetings and individual
research and reading. Confirms, on a weekly basis, the scheduling
of visits with the Director of Clinical Services (DCS) to
coordinate the patient's visit schedule. Participates in agency
activities, case conferences and meetings when appropriate.
Participates with staff, clients, and physicians in discharge
planning activities and completes a Speech Therapy Discharge
Summary. Designs measurable goals appropriate for the patient and
documents progress towards goals throughout the patient's episode
of care. Awareness of the Agency's QAPI program. Active
participation as required per policies and procedures related to
the Agency's QAPI program. Management and follow-up of customer
complaints, following Agency's complaint policy. Acute awareness of
patient rights and the Agency's responsibility in honoring
patient's rights. Awareness of patient rights description in
Agency's service agreement and Agency's admission packet. Awareness
of appropriate reasons for a patient discharge and Agency's policy
on appropriate reasons for discharge. Awareness of potential signs
of abuse and neglect and the steps required to report suspected
abuse and neglect. Awareness and ability to design and identify
patient centered and individualized goals with realistic measurable
timeframes. Awareness of infection prevention and control
techniques, both within their scope of practice and within the
Agency's policy and procedures. Awareness and participation in the
Agency's infection control program. Appropriate bag technique
policy acknowledgement and demonstrated competence when applicable.
Travel to patients' homes, healthcare facilities and other
locations to provide care, treatment and to fulfill other nursing
responsibilities. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Graduate of an accredited
Speech Therapy program or equivalent education. Licensed in the
State of Florida as a Speech Therapist. Two years of clinical
experience as a Speech Therapist. Current CPR Certification.
Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and
insured in accordance with the organization's requirements. Must
display good emotional health and be able to physically tolerate
much standing, stooping and bending; must meet all agency
regulations. Must be self-directed and able to work with little
supervision and have good observational, judgment and communication
skills.Pinnacle Home Care Job ID . Pay package is based on 8 hour
shifts and 25 hours per week (subject to confirmation). About
Pinnacle Home Care Pinnacle Home Care is a Medicare Certified and
Florida Licensed full-service clinically owned and operated health
care company, led by professionals who are passionate about
delivering Exceptional Outcomes and quality care Beyond Expectation
to patients, referral partners, staff and the communities that we
serve.At Pinnacle Home Care we believe in Exceptional Outcomes
which is why our patients receive exceptional customized home care
services in the comfort of their home.Our MissionChanging lives
through the Art of the ExperienceOur VisionBe the leading provider
of home care service recognized for Creating Raving Fans and
delivering Exceptional Outcomes.Our Values
- Appreciation (Have an Attitude of Gratitude)
- Integrity (Walk the walk)
- Culture of Discipline (Disciplined People, Disciplined Thought,
Disciplined Action)
- Attitude (Be Phenmenal)
- Beyond Expectation (Find the Way)
Benefits: (for full time employees) - Full Time Benefits (Both
Branch and Clinical)
- Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, Company Paid
Life, Supplemental Life after 90 days
- 401k Plan after one year of employment- open enrollment in Jan
and July Benefits
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