SLP-SANTA CLARITA, CA
Company: Amergis
Location: Simi Valley
Posted on: October 31, 2024
Job Description:
LOOKING FOR AN SLP FOR THE 24-25 SCHOOL YEAR-IN SANTA CLARITA,
CA!
**ESTIMATED START DATE: 11/20/2024****
CA-SLP LICENSE
SCHOOL SETTING OR PEDIATRIC EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
35 HRS/WK (M-F)
The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for the
implementation of speech/language pathology services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs assessment(s) of patient's communication, oral-motor
integrity, cognitive status, memory and problem-solving abilities,
hearing and speech fluency and quality
- Assesses home environment (as appropriate) and identifies
equipment needs relative to speech/language function
- Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of
care in coordination with the physician to address speech,
language, hearing and other functional disorders
- Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized
therapeutic techniques and/or equipment
- Instructs patient, caregiver, and other members of the health
team regarding their roles in speech therapy
- Recommends communication devices/aids as indicated
- Recommends hearing tests by audiologist as necessary
- Prepares and submits clinical progress summary notes based on
the attainment of goals
- Instructs patient, family/caregiver, and other health care
personnel in the patient's treatment regime as indicated
- Performs other duties as required to facilitate the delivery of
speech language pathology services
- Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other
services, and refers as appropriate
- Complies with accepted professional standards and practices,
and maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology
practice and theory
- Performs other duties as assigned/necessary Minimum
Requirements:
- Meets the education and experience requirements for a
Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech-language
pathology
- Must hold a degree from an accredited school of Speech-Language
Pathology?
- Current licensure or certification as a Speech Language
Pathologist in the state of assignment?
- One year of prior professional Speech Language Pathology
experience preferred?
- Complies with all relevant professional standards of
practice
- Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program
when applicable
- Current CPR if applicable
- TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
- Current Health certificate (per contract or state
regulation)
- Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
- Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job
site
- Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
- Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from
appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to,
supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills;
proficiency in the English language is required
- Computer proficiency required
- Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat
of our organization and we are happy to offer the following
benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served
our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that
matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our
extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals,
ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school.
Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched
staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race,
color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran
status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Keywords: Amergis, Simi Valley , SLP-SANTA CLARITA, CA, Other , Simi Valley, California
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