Speech Language Pathologist SLP Home Health PRN

Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a PRN Home Health SLP Speech Language Pathologist. The PRN Home Health Speech Therapist provides treatment to the patient to improve sensory-motor development, perception, memory, language and cognition.

Locations : Home home visits in The Villages. If desired, visits are also available in Ocala area and Marion, Lake, and / or Sumter counties

Schedule : PRN

The PRN Home Health Speech Therapist SLP :

• Provides speech therapy in compliance with physician’s prescription, patient’s plan of care, agency policies and procedures and federal and state regulations.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessments, including OASIS assessments at appropriate time points, to identify the client’s level of functioning, swallowing and communication ability.
• Develops a plan of care in consultation with the physician and other care team members.
• Instructs patient and families on proper consistency of food to maintain nutritional intake and prevent complications of swallowing disorders.
• Instructs patients and families on using special educational strategies and techniques to improve sensory-motor development, perception, memory, language and cognition.

Requirements :

Suncoast Hospice, Empath Home Health, and Empath Health Pharmacy are proud to be accredited by the Joint Commission showing our commitment to quality.

Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.

Our commitment to patient, client, staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees.

Providing compassionate, full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!

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