Amergis
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant - Schools
Amergis, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant assists the SpeechLanguage Pathologist in providing speech and language services. The SpeechLanguage Pathologist Assistant will have clinical, educational, documentation,and treatment related activities while working within the scope ofresponsibilities/ plan of care assigned by the Speech Language Pathologistand/or physician.
K-8
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides components of a speech and language program asspecified in the treatment plan developed by a supervising SLP in accordancewith the physician’s plan of care according to state regulations
Self-identifies as SLPA to families, students, patients, anddistrict staff
Assists the SLP with speech, language, and hearingscreenings without clinical interpretation
Assists the SLP during assessment of students, exclusive ofadministration and/or interpretation
Assists the SLP with bilingual translation during screeningand assessment activities exclusive of interpretation
Provides timely and accurate documentation of studentperformance and reports this information to the supervising SLP
Programs and provides instruction in the use of augmentativeand alternative communication devices
Demonstrates or shares information with students, families,caregivers, and staff regarding feeding strategies developed and directed bythe SLP as State Practice Acts permit
May adapt educational materials and equipment for thepurpose of providing intervention and/or meeting the student needs
May serve as an interpreter for students, and families whodo not speak English
Provides services under the supervision of the SLP inanother language for individuals who do not speak English and English-languagelearners
May assist with clerical duties, such as preparing materialsand scheduling activities, as directed by the SLP
Cleans and maintains equipment used in the field inaccordance with manufactures guidelines
Reports reaction(s) to treatment or change(s) in conditionof the student to the supervising SLP and alternate clinical designee asindicated
Maintains communication with the district and otherpersonnel caring for the student to assure that their efforts effectivelycomplement each other and support the objectives outlined in the plan of carewithin the scope of practice
May participate in formal care conferences, parentconferences, and intra-disciplinary team meetings only with the presence of thesupervising SLP
Supports the supervising SLP in research projects,in-service training, public relations programs and marketing programs
Provides information to emergency response agencies forindividuals who have communication and/or swallowing disorders
Promotes early identification and early interventionactivities
May present primary prevention information to individuals orgroups known to be at risk for communication disorders
Exhibits compliance with The Health Insurance Portabilityand Accountability Act (HIPAA) and
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act regulations
Actively participates in the required supervision by a SLPto ensure quality of care to all persons served
Minimum Requirements:
Must be a graduate of a SLPA program with an associate’s degree,or have a bachelor’s degree in a speech-language pathology or communicationdisorders program
Successful completion of a minimum of 100 hours ofsupervised field work experience or its clinical experience equivalent asrequired by state and/or contract
Current certification or licensure as a Speech-LanguagePathology Assistant in the State of Practice
Must comply with accepted professional standards andpractice
One (1) year of prior professional Speech-Language PathologyAssistant experience preferred;
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competencyprogram
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish 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.
K-8
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides components of a speech and language program asspecified in the treatment plan developed by a supervising SLP in accordancewith the physician’s plan of care according to state regulations
Self-identifies as SLPA to families, students, patients, anddistrict staff
Assists the SLP with speech, language, and hearingscreenings without clinical interpretation
Assists the SLP during assessment of students, exclusive ofadministration and/or interpretation
Assists the SLP with bilingual translation during screeningand assessment activities exclusive of interpretation
Provides timely and accurate documentation of studentperformance and reports this information to the supervising SLP
Programs and provides instruction in the use of augmentativeand alternative communication devices
Demonstrates or shares information with students, families,caregivers, and staff regarding feeding strategies developed and directed bythe SLP as State Practice Acts permit
May adapt educational materials and equipment for thepurpose of providing intervention and/or meeting the student needs
May serve as an interpreter for students, and families whodo not speak English
Provides services under the supervision of the SLP inanother language for individuals who do not speak English and English-languagelearners
May assist with clerical duties, such as preparing materialsand scheduling activities, as directed by the SLP
Cleans and maintains equipment used in the field inaccordance with manufactures guidelines
Reports reaction(s) to treatment or change(s) in conditionof the student to the supervising SLP and alternate clinical designee asindicated
Maintains communication with the district and otherpersonnel caring for the student to assure that their efforts effectivelycomplement each other and support the objectives outlined in the plan of carewithin the scope of practice
May participate in formal care conferences, parentconferences, and intra-disciplinary team meetings only with the presence of thesupervising SLP
Supports the supervising SLP in research projects,in-service training, public relations programs and marketing programs
Provides information to emergency response agencies forindividuals who have communication and/or swallowing disorders
Promotes early identification and early interventionactivities
May present primary prevention information to individuals orgroups known to be at risk for communication disorders
Exhibits compliance with The Health Insurance Portabilityand Accountability Act (HIPAA) and
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act regulations
Actively participates in the required supervision by a SLPto ensure quality of care to all persons served
Minimum Requirements:
Must be a graduate of a SLPA program with an associate’s degree,or have a bachelor’s degree in a speech-language pathology or communicationdisorders program
Successful completion of a minimum of 100 hours ofsupervised field work experience or its clinical experience equivalent asrequired by state and/or contract
Current certification or licensure as a Speech-LanguagePathology Assistant in the State of Practice
Must comply with accepted professional standards andpractice
One (1) year of prior professional Speech-Language PathologyAssistant experience preferred;
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competencyprogram
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish 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.