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 Maxim's 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 Maxim Healthcare Staffing, 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 Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing 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.