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A-Line Staffing is now hiring SLP - Speech Therapist in Morristown, NJ 07960. The SLP - Speech Therapist would be working for a Major Hospital System and has career growth potential.

SLP - Speech Therapist Highlights:

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (No weekends)
• Pay Range: up to $50-55/hour Based on experience

SLP - Speech Therapist Responsibilities:

• Performs patient assessments:
• Accurately assesses patient appropriateness for home care, learning needs, and progress toward goals
• Collaborates with patient, family, and physician to develop plan of care
• Performs baseline assessments of swallowing, communication, and cognitive abilities
• Maintains safe environment for patients and co-workers:
• Assesses social environment and provides education as needed
• Identifies potential clinical risks and adapts programs accordingly
• Follows universal infection control measures
• Implements treatment programs to achieve goals:
• Administers therapy services per physician orders
• Instructs patients in communication, safe swallowing, and cognitive training
• Develops therapeutic exercise programs
• Implements plans to restore function and maximize patient independence
• Provides discharge planning and referrals as needed
• Communicates with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
• Develops, evaluates, and revises care plans based on evidence-based practices
• Uses age-appropriate teaching methods:
• Evaluates and revises teaching plans
• Documents patient education tools utilized
• Demonstrates compliance with agency policies:
• Manages case responsibilities
• Maintains knowledge of home care regulations and reimbursement guidelines
• Ensures regulatory compliance and proper documentation
• Demonstrates interdisciplinary communication
• Maintains visit productivity standards
• Participates in team and IDT meetings
• Prioritizes scheduling based on patient needs
• Travels to patient homes/facilities as required
• Complies with PTO and scheduling policies
• Assists with agency growth:
• Provides orientation to new employees
• Accepts additional assignments as needed
• Cross-trains to develop new skills
• Utilizes personal vehicle for home visits

SLP - Speech Therapist Qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) year experience in acute, subacute, or home care setting
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Master’s degree from an accredited Speech and Language program
• Active New Jersey Speech Therapist License

Apply now to this posting for immediate consideration with Silvana M. with A-Line Staffing!