Speech-Language Pathologist

<p style="text-align:left">At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description:</b></p><p>To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Speech-Language Pathologist with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today! </p><br /><p>As a <b>Speech-Language Pathologist</b>, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways: </p><ul><li>Evaluate patients and create personalized speech therapy care plans. </li><li>Complete initial and ongoing patient assessments following regulatory guidelines. </li><li>Develop plans to keep patients safe using available family and community resources. </li><li>Communicate patient progress and changes with physicians and the care team. </li><li>Deliver speech therapy services based on the patient's care plan and physician orders. </li><li>Update care plans and request additional visits when needed. </li><li>Provide education and home therapy exercises to patients and caregivers. </li><li>Maintain accurate documentation and coordinate care with other healthcare professionals. </li><li>Ensure therapy notes and visit documentation are completed on time. </li><li>Work in a physically active role that may include lifting, transferring patients. </li></ul><br /><p><b>What is Required? </b></p><ul><li>Master’s degree from an accredited educational program in Language Pathology </li><li>Current, unrestricted SLP license in the state of work   </li><li>Minimum one (1) year of experience as a SLP in a clinical care setting </li><li>Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment </li><li>Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations. </li></ul><br /><p><b>What's in it for you?</b>  </p><ul><li>Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits including pet insurance  </li><li>401(K) with employer match  </li><li>Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost  </li><li>Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement  </li><li>Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.  </li></ul><p>* Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status. </p><p></p><p><i><b>Equal Employment Opportunity</b>: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected]. </i></p><p></p><p style="text-align:left !important"><i><b>Pay & Benefit Information</b>: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at </i><a target="_blank" href="https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits"><i>https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits</i></a></p><p></p><p><i><b>EVerify</b>: Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.</i></p>