SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT - ST

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.