Advanced Home Health of Nashville is looking for a PRN Speech Therapist to add to our Home Health team.*Qualifications:** Graduate of an approved school of speech language pathology who is licensed in the state of Tennessee.* Current license in the state to practice.* Minimum of two (2) years SLP experience preferred. Home care experience preferred.* Ability to supervise and direct members of client care team.* Demonstrated strong and effective written and verbal communication skills and good interpersonal skills.* Ability to deal tactfully with clients and the community.* Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.* Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements and in good repair.*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY** Reviews client referral information and responds to request and inquiries as appropriate.* Collaborates with clinical supervisor regarding the eligibility and appropriateness of client for home care services.* Completes comprehensive assessments including OASIS data set within forty-eight (48) hours of referral unless other arrangements are made.* Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and client progress (outcomes) on designed forms and submits per Agency guidelines within forty-eight (48) hours.* Determines appropriateness of referral for home care services and responds per Agency policy and standard guidelines.* Performs initial ongoing client assessments based on Agency policy and standards of practice to ensure effective and appropriate home care services.* Performs comprehensive assessments including OASIS data collection where indicated.* Considers the physical, psychological, and socioeconomic needs of the client, the level of family acceptance, and the ability for client needs to be met in the home.* Collaborates with physicians, other health care professionals (therapist, social services, pastoral care, and supportive services), client, and families in developing a comprehensive, coordinated plan for care.* Directs, plans, and initiates appropriate action independently and responsively in home care situations.* Identifies and assesses overt and subtle signs of impending physiologic and psychological changes. Notifies the physician in accordance with Agency policies and procedures.* Makes decisions and/or recommendations reflecting consideration of immediate and long-range effects (frequency of visits, components of care plan, additional services).* Works with a team of RNs, LPNs, Therapists, Social Services, and Home Health Aides to provide effective and quality home care services.* Demonstrates knowledge of safety infection control practices by compliance with policies and procedures.* Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hourMedical Specialty:* Home HealthSchedule:* Day shift* Monday to Friday* Weekends as neededAbility to Relocate:* Nashville, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: On the road
