Home Health PRN Speech Therapist

Job Description

> REF:#31ec8c8644fd535f Advanced Home Health of Nashville is looking for a PRN Speech Therapist to add to our Home Health team.

*Qualifications:*

* Graduate of an approved school of speech language pathology who is licensed in the state of Tennessee.
* Current license in the state to practice.
* Minimum of two (2) years SLP experience preferred. Home care experience preferred.
* Ability to supervise and direct members of client care team.
* Demonstrated strong and effective written and verbal communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
* Ability to deal tactfully with clients and the community.
* Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
* Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements and in good repair.

*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY*

* Reviews client referral information and responds to request and inquiries as appropriate.
* Collaborates with clinical supervisor regarding the eligibility and appropriateness of client for home care services.
* Completes comprehensive assessments including OASIS data set within forty-eight (48) hours of referral unless other arrangements are made.
* Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and client progress (outcomes) on designed forms and submits per Agency guidelines within forty-eight (48) hours.
* Determines appropriateness of referral for home care services and responds per Agency policy and standard guidelines.
* Performs initial ongoing client assessments based on Agency policy and standards of practice to ensure effective and appropriate home care services.
* Performs comprehensive assessments including OASIS data collection where indicated.
* Considers the physical, psychological, and socioeconomic needs of the client, the level of family acceptance, and the ability for client needs to be met in the home.
* Collaborates with physicians, other health care professionals (therapist, social services, pastoral care, and supportive services), client, and families in developing a comprehensive, coordinated plan for care.
* Directs, plans, and initiates appropriate action independently and responsively in home care situations.
* Identifies and assesses overt and subtle signs of impending physiologic and psychological changes. Notifies the physician in accordance with Agency policies and procedures.
* Makes decisions and/or recommendations reflecting consideration of immediate and long-range effects (frequency of visits, components of care plan, additional services).
* Works with a team of RNs, LPNs, Therapists, Social Services, and Home Health Aides to provide effective and quality home care services.
* Demonstrates knowledge of safety infection control practices by compliance with policies and procedures.
* Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.

Pay: $65.00 – $75.00 per hour

Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed



Ability to Relocate:
* Nashville, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)


Work Location: On the road