Speech Therapist

4 months ago

Fort Myers, United States Empath Health Full time

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

Locations: Home home visits in the Fort Myers area/Lee county.

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:
  • Graduate of an approved/accredited college program that meets the educational requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech pathology or audiology granted by the American Speech and Hearing Association; or enrolled in a program that meets the educational requirements for certification and in the process of accumulating the supervised experience required for certification.
  • Licensure as a speech pathologist in the respective state.
  • One (1) year home health care experience preferred.


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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