Speech-Language Pathologist for home visits

Independence Plus is now hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist for an adult high SCI patient on Chicago's South Side. This position reports to the Director of Nursing. Full benefits available; PTO, medical, dental, vision coverage and 401(k) plan.

The speech–language pathologist is responsible for implementation of standards of care for speech language pathology services and for adherence to all conditions in the Service Agreement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts appropriate evaluations, assesses home environment (as appropriate), identifies equipment needs relative to speech/language function.
• Completes initial and ongoing assessments to identify the patient’s level of functioning and ability to communicate, including Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) assessments at appropriate time intervals.
• Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of care to improve patient’s function.
• Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic technique and/or equipment.
• Recommends communication devices/aids as indicated.
• Confers with referring physician and other company personnel to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care contributes to the total plan of care.
• As appropriate, participates in case conferences, in-services and other meetings required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Prepares and submits notes per company policy.
• Maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory.
• Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other services and refers as appropriate.
• Instructs patient, family/caregiver and other IPI health care personnel in the patient’s treatment regime as indicated.
• May supervise IPI employees in procedures directly related to the speech–language therapy plan of care.
• Provides patient care in a way that meets or exceeds standard practice, State, Federal, and CHAP guidelines.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license, maintains a good driving record, and reports all violations to Director of Human Resources.