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Form of workThe Speech LanguagePathologist Assistantassists the Speech Language Pathologist inproviding speech and language services. TheSpeech Language Pathologist Assistant willhave clinical, educational, documentation,and treatment related activitieswhile working withinthe scope of responsibilities/ plan ofcare assigned by the SpeechLanguage Pathologist and/orphysician.
Responsibilities:
- Provides components of a speechand language program as specifiedin thetreatment plan developed by a supervising SLP in accordancewith the physician's plan of care according to state regulation
- Provides timelyand accurate documentation of student, client andpatient performance and reportsthis information to the supervising SLP
- Programs andprovides instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices
- Maintainscommunication with thecompany and other personnel caring for theclient, patient, studentto assure that their efforts effectively complement each other andsupport the objectivesoutlined in the plan of carewithin the scope of practice
- Other Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) dutiesas assigned
Requirements:
- Must be agraduate of an SLPA program with an associate's degree,or have a bachelor's degreein a speech-language pathology or communication disordersprogram
- Successfulcompletion of a minimum of 100 hoursof supervised field work experienceor its clinical experience equivalent
- Current certification or licensure as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant intheState of Practice
- One (1) year ofprior professional Speech-LanguagePathology Assistantexperience preferred; home care experience preferred
- Must possess and maintain current CPR certificationinaccordance with State regulation(s)
- Currentrecord of PPD or chest X-ray results,if applicable
Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare Staffing
Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Employment Type: ["OTHER","FULL_TIME"]
