Speech Language Pathologist

Overview

SLP, Speech Language Pathologist at NHC Home Care Midlands

"A different kind of care that ensures you’re surrounded by people who make a difference in your life."

• Develops a speech therapy plan of care in collaboration with the patient and their representatives, the physician or designated practitioner, the Clinical manager or designated RN, and other involved care team members.
• Performs functional evaluation and periodic re-evaluations, and provides goal-oriented care and services as ordered in the established plan of care.
• Plans, delivers and evaluates speech therapy services per the established plan of care, with periodic re-evaluations.
• Participates in the orientation and ongoing education program for Home Care personnel.
• Consults with Home Care staff concerning communication problems of patients not receiving speech pathology services.

• Must have a master’s degree from an approved curriculum in Speech Pathology, or its equivalent.
• Must have a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or be eligible for a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
• Must be licensed in the state or states in which the candidate will provide speech therapy services.

National Health Care Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services. The NHC environment emphasizes encouragement, innovation, teamwork, integrity, and community commitment.

EOE.