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Amergis Speech Language Pathologist - Schools in Salisbury, North Carolina
Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking in-person SLP candidates for 2024-25 school year!
Details:
2024 - 25 School Year
August 1 start date
Potential to go permanent or extend to next school year
School/Job Details:
In-Person/Hybrid
Work a case load across all grade levels
Competitive pay
Weekly pay
Minimum Requirements:
Active Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Licensure in North Carolina
Must have Master's Degree is Speech Language Pathology
Minimum one (1) year of SLP experience in a school required
Previous experience with eCats required
For immediate consideration, text 813-402-3391 or email your resume to brparisi@amergis.com!
The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for theimplementation of speech/language pathology services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs assessment(s) of patient’s communication,oral-motor integrity, cognitive status, memory and problem-solving abilities,hearing and speech fluency and quality
Assesses home environment (as appropriate) and identifiesequipment needs relative to speech/language function
Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a planof care in coordination with the physician to address speech, language, hearingand other functional disorders
Administers speech therapy program utilizing specializedtherapeutic techniques and/or equipment
Instructs patient, caregiver, and other members of thehealth team regarding their roles in speech therapy
Recommends communication devices/aids as indicated
Recommends hearing tests by audiologist as necessary
Prepares and submits clinical progress summary notes basedon the attainment of goals
Instructs patient, family/caregiver, and other health carepersonnel in the patient’s treatment regime as indicated
Performs other duties as required to facilitate the deliveryof speech language pathology services
Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other services,and refers as appropriate
Complies with accepted professional standards and practices,and maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology practice andtheory
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Meets the education and experience requirements for aCertificate of Clinical Competence in speech-language pathology
Must hold a degree from an accredited school ofSpeech-Language Pathology
Current licensure or certification as a Speech LanguagePathologist in the state of assignment
One year of prior professional Speech Language Pathologyexperience 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.