Travel Speech Language Pathologist - SNF & Home Health - $2,100 per week

LanceSoft is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Grand Island, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Unit Notes
Local Rates apply within 80 miles

1. Will Therapist need to cover SNF and/or Home Health? If so, which locations? Coverage at Grand Island, Hastings and Home Health 2-3 days per week and Kearney SNF and HH 2-3 days per week
2. Will Therapist need to supervise Assistants? NA
3. Software used: Net Health and HCHB
4. Will train New Graduate? Yes - we have a therapy supervisor onsite and our clinical specialist and director are also available.
5. Productivity expectations? SNF: 82% Therapists (evaluation, group, and concurrent time is counted in full); HH 90% which includes drive time and documentation time
6. Guarantee: 40 (or 36); M-F or able to do a shifted schedule T-Sa or Su-Th
7. Targeted State Date: as soon as possible - the SLP in Kearney is on maternity leave - once she returns the time will be fully at Grand Island and Hastings SNF and HH
8. Mileage and drive time billable? Paid between locations and from pt to pt in HH

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.

Shift Notes
M-F or able to do a shifted schedule T-Sa or Su-Th

Years of Experience - 2 Years
Required Certifications - BLS Certification

LanceSoft Job ID #j9705sxaty7qtrjk57ve3wpsmh85a7vb. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Therapy Speech Language Pathologist

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Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits