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

General Comments

Hours: 8-3pm (32.5hrs/week)

Caseload: 32 least 45 max students K-22 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.