Overview
Position Overview
The Speech Therapist (ST) must be client-focused, have a passion for patient outcomes, and have the skill of motivating and influencing employees. The Speech Therapist works under the supervision of the Therapy Manager to develop and implement care plans for their clients that coordinate the clients' home care services and follow physicians' orders. The Speech Therapist ensures that services are delivered according to licensing guidelines, professional medical standards, and agency policies and procedures.
Essential Job Functions:
- Assess and develop a program for therapies that meet individual client needs
- Implement the client's therapy plan
- Coordinate therapy modifications to the client's plan of care with the Clinical Manager and client's physician
- Work with the Branch Manager and Clinical Manager to formulate or modify agency policies, procedures, and practices as needed
- Ensure effective coordination of client services through timely completion of required documentation and transfer of pertinent medical data to the client’s physician, Clinical Manager, and other caregivers
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive client medical data
- Instruct clients, family members, and primary caregivers as needed to ensure the maintenance of or acquisition of optimal functioning level for each client
- Investigate and take appropriate actions on client or employee concerns and complaints Routinely review pertinent client medical data to determine the effectiveness of therapy services in reaching maximum rehab potential
Requirements:
- Degree in Speech Therapy from an accredited university/program.
- Current, unrestricted state license as an Speech Therapy (ST) in the state of practice
- Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with policies and procedures
Preferred:
- Strong organization and communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Proven relationship-builder
- Experience in Home Health Therapy and completion of OASIS documentation
Comprehensive Benefits (Full-time positions)
Aveanna offers benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work, including:
- Competitive pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- Voluntary Pet Insurance for your fur babies
- 401(k) with Company match
- Vacation time, Sick time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and tuition discounts
- Free continuing education units (CEUs) for nurses
- Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Our Mission
Our mission is to revolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a time. We are committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care—because outcomes improve when care is personal. Join the revolution and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day.
