Speech Language Pathologist at Alto Health Care Staffing
Indianola, IA 50125
About the Job
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Administers and performs therapeutic interventions with clients
Assesses clients’ needs and develops plans for therapy that meets identified needs
Safeguards clients’ property
Provides clients with opportunities for independence and choice consistent with client plan of care
Maintains clients’ self-esteem, privacy and confidentiality of personal information
Assists to keep clients’ living areas pleasant and orderly
Documents observations and services provided
Notifies physician of changes; processes orders provides direct consultation with physician and/ or interdisciplinary team members
Receives and shares information
Trains clients/ family members/ staff on interventions, equipment
May utilize and supervise therapy assistants as outlined by Federal and State regulations and documents appropriately in the clinical record
Utilizes appropriate bag techniques and standard precautions
Follows infection control and safety control standards when using equipment.
Basic Responsibilities:
This position will be held accountable for complying with all related laws, regulations, company policies and procedures pertaining to his or her position and for fulfilling his or her obligations under the Facilities Corporate Compliance Program.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualificiations:
Education Experience Licensure Certification:
Completion of an accredited speech/ language pathology program preferred
Prior work experience in a rehabilitation/ geriatrics setting preferred
Certification for the state of practice
Skills/Abilities:
Basic speech/language pathology skills
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Knowledge:
Basic ability to communicate and comprehend.
Physical/Mental Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will operate/activate/use/prepare/inspect/place/detect/position objects, tools, or controls
The employee will frequently communicate/express oneself/exchange/observe/assess/detect information relative to this position
The employee is required to maintain a stationary position/move/position self in response to job tasks
Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervises assigned employee(s)
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures and applicable laws
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; fostering an environment for employee engagement.
Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Frequency of travel may vary based on business need.
Weight Lifting Requirement:
50 lbs.
Alto Health Care Staffing is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace
We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or geographical laws.
Administers and performs therapeutic interventions with clients
Assesses clients’ needs and develops plans for therapy that meets identified needs
Safeguards clients’ property
Provides clients with opportunities for independence and choice consistent with client plan of care
Maintains clients’ self-esteem, privacy and confidentiality of personal information
Assists to keep clients’ living areas pleasant and orderly
Documents observations and services provided
Notifies physician of changes; processes orders provides direct consultation with physician and/ or interdisciplinary team members
Receives and shares information
Trains clients/ family members/ staff on interventions, equipment
May utilize and supervise therapy assistants as outlined by Federal and State regulations and documents appropriately in the clinical record
Utilizes appropriate bag techniques and standard precautions
Follows infection control and safety control standards when using equipment.
Basic Responsibilities:
This position will be held accountable for complying with all related laws, regulations, company policies and procedures pertaining to his or her position and for fulfilling his or her obligations under the Facilities Corporate Compliance Program.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualificiations:
Education Experience Licensure Certification:
Completion of an accredited speech/ language pathology program preferred
Prior work experience in a rehabilitation/ geriatrics setting preferred
Certification for the state of practice
Skills/Abilities:
Basic speech/language pathology skills
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Knowledge:
Basic ability to communicate and comprehend.
Physical/Mental Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will operate/activate/use/prepare/inspect/place/detect/position objects, tools, or controls
The employee will frequently communicate/express oneself/exchange/observe/assess/detect information relative to this position
The employee is required to maintain a stationary position/move/position self in response to job tasks
Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervises assigned employee(s)
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures and applicable laws
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; fostering an environment for employee engagement.
Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Frequency of travel may vary based on business need.
Weight Lifting Requirement:
50 lbs.
Alto Health Care Staffing is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace
We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or geographical laws.
