Amergis
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant - Schools
Amergis, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544
Monday-Friday 7:30-4P
Average caseload around 50. can request specific schools if preference, but will more than likely be pulled where the greatest need is.
Will accept SLP Fellowship candidates, or SLPAs with active TN Licensure. Willing to work with candidates open to getting reciprocity.
The school is going through a restructuring right now, so please bear with them for resume turn around. Typical turn around shooting for 48 hrs. on interview request.
The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) assists theSpeech Language Pathologist (SLP) in providing speech and language services topatients of all ages in a variety of settings. The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant will have clinical,educational, documentation, and treatment-related activities while workingwithin the scope of responsibilities and plan of care assigned by the SpeechLanguage Pathologist and physician.
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,clients, staff and others
Assists the SLP with speech, language, and hearingscreenings without clinical interpretation
Assists the SLP during assessment of students, clients, andpatients exclusive of administration and/or interpretation
Assists the SLP with bilingual translation during screeningand assessment activities exclusive of interpretation
Provides timely and accurate documentation of student,client and patient performance and reports this information to the supervisingSLP
Programs and provides instruction in the use of augmentativeand alternative communication devices
Demonstrates or shares information with patients, 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 individual patient,client, student needs
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 patient, client, and student to the supervising SLP and alternateclinical designee as indicated. Mayparticipate in formal care conferences, parent conferences, andintra-disciplinary team meetings only with the presence of the supervising SLP
Provides information to emergency response agencies forindividuals who have communication and/or swallowing disorders
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Current certification or licensure as a Speech-LanguagePathology Assistant in the State of Practice
One (1) year of prior professional Speech-Language PathologyAssistant experience preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
Current CPR if applicable
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.
Average caseload around 50. can request specific schools if preference, but will more than likely be pulled where the greatest need is.
Will accept SLP Fellowship candidates, or SLPAs with active TN Licensure. Willing to work with candidates open to getting reciprocity.
The school is going through a restructuring right now, so please bear with them for resume turn around. Typical turn around shooting for 48 hrs. on interview request.
The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) assists theSpeech Language Pathologist (SLP) in providing speech and language services topatients of all ages in a variety of settings. The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant will have clinical,educational, documentation, and treatment-related activities while workingwithin the scope of responsibilities and plan of care assigned by the SpeechLanguage Pathologist and physician.
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,clients, staff and others
Assists the SLP with speech, language, and hearingscreenings without clinical interpretation
Assists the SLP during assessment of students, clients, andpatients exclusive of administration and/or interpretation
Assists the SLP with bilingual translation during screeningand assessment activities exclusive of interpretation
Provides timely and accurate documentation of student,client and patient performance and reports this information to the supervisingSLP
Programs and provides instruction in the use of augmentativeand alternative communication devices
Demonstrates or shares information with patients, 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 individual patient,client, student needs
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 patient, client, and student to the supervising SLP and alternateclinical designee as indicated. Mayparticipate in formal care conferences, parent conferences, andintra-disciplinary team meetings only with the presence of the supervising SLP
Provides information to emergency response agencies forindividuals who have communication and/or swallowing disorders
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Current certification or licensure as a Speech-LanguagePathology Assistant in the State of Practice
One (1) year of prior professional Speech-Language PathologyAssistant experience preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
Current CPR if applicable
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.