Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (Associate's to Doctoral) from accredited institution
Valid New York Speech-Language Pathology license and necessary state certifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proven leadership abilities and conflict management skills
In-depth clinical knowledge of speech and language disorders
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Responsibilities
Develop caseloads across multiple therapy disciplines
Provide oversight, scheduling, and support to therapy staff
Build and maintain relationships with center management
Uphold integrity and ethics within the therapy team
Assist in acquiring scripts and doctor's orders as needed
Complete evaluations and documentation in compliance with CMS guidelines
Establish and implement patient-specific treatment plans
Supervise therapy assistants when required
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care
Maintain professionalism and adhere to scheduled hours
Benefits
Flexible schedule
Full-time medical, dental, and vision insurance
Vacation, six paid flexible holidays, and sick time for full-time employees
CEU opportunities through MedBridge for full-time staff
401K plan available for full-time employees
Full Job Description
Link Home Therapy we're looking to hire a passionate Lead Speech Therapist, interested in working at an assisted living facility. The Lead Therapist is responsible for day-to-day clinical operations of the therapy team onsite. This is a great opportunity for a therapist to grow in their career and broaden their managerial skill set!
Responsibilities:
Caseload development for all disciplines (OT/PT/ST)
Creating and maintaining relationships with center management
Ensuring highest level of integrity and ethics are upheld by therapy team
Assist with retrieving scripts/doctor's orders as requested by DOR
Complete evaluations, daily notes, weekly progress notes, recertifications, and discharge documentation in a timely manner and in accordance to CMS guidelines and as allowed by license
Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the physician and allowed by license
Supervise assistants as requested by DOR
Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care
Adhere to scheduled hours
Demonstrate professionalism at all times
Qualifications and Requirements:
Education: An Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
License and Certification: A valid New York Speech-Language Pathology and state certifications as required.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with staff, patients, families, and other stakeholders.
Leadership Abilities: The ability to inspire and lead a team, manage conflicts, and make strategic decisions.
Clinical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of speech and language disorders, assessment, and treatment techniques.
Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Benefits:
Flexible Schedule
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Full Time)
Vacation, Six Paid Flexible Holidays and Sick Time (Full time)
