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Manor, Texas

Category: Schools

Contract - Full Time

Job ID: 855283

Work Setting: Healthcare

Contract Duration: 30 Weeks

 

Est. Pay: $46 / Hour

Posted Date: 10/10/2024

Manor, Texas

Work Setting: Healthcare

Category: Schools

Contract Duration: 30 Weeks

Contract - Full Time

Est. Pay: $46 / Hour

Job ID: 855283

Posted Date: 10/10/2024

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Modality:  Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

Grade Level & Classroom Type: Elementary & Middle School (K-8th)

Day to Day Duties: will float between 3 campuses to help support a virtual SLP with speech services.

Start & End Date:10/21/24 – 05/23/25

Start & End Time: 8:30am – 4:00pm

In person or virtual interview: Virtual

The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant assists the Speech Language Pathologist in providing speech and language services. The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant will have clinical, educational, documentation, and treatment related activities while working within the scope of responsibilities/ plan of care assigned by the Speech Language Pathologist and/or physician. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Provides components of a speech and language program as specified in the treatment plan developed by a supervising SLP in accordance with the physician’s plan of care according to state regulations  Self-identifies as SLPA to families, students, patients, and district staff  Assists the SLP with speech, language, and hearing screenings without clinical interpretation  Assists the SLP during assessment of students, exclusive of administration and/or interpretation  Assists the SLP with bilingual translation during screening and assessment activities exclusive of interpretation  Provides timely and accurate documentation of student performance and reports this information to the supervising SLP  Programs and provides instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices  Demonstrates or shares information with students, families, caregivers, and staff regarding feeding strategies developed and directed by the SLP as State Practice Acts permit  May adapt educational materials and equipment for the purpose of providing intervention and/or meeting the student needs  May serve as an interpreter for students, and families who do not speak English  Provides services under the supervision of the SLP in another language for individuals who do not speak English and English-language learners  May assist with clerical duties, such as preparing materials and scheduling activities, as directed by the SLP  Cleans and maintains equipment used in the field in accordance with manufactures guidelines  Reports reaction(s) to treatment or change(s) in condition of the student to the supervising SLP and alternate clinical designee as indicated  Maintains communication with the district and other personnel caring for the student to assure that their efforts effectively complement each other and support the objectives outlined in the plan of care within the scope of practice  May participate in formal care conferences, parent conferences, and intra-disciplinary team meetings only with the presence of the supervising SLP  Supports the supervising SLP in research projects, in-service training, public relations programs and marketing programs  Provides information to emergency response agencies for individuals who have communication and/or swallowing disorders  Promotes early identification and early intervention activities  May present primary prevention information to individuals or groups known to be at risk for communication disorders  Exhibits compliance with The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and  Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act regulations  Actively participates in the required supervision by a SLP to ensure quality of care to all persons served 

Minimum Requirements: 

Must be a graduate of a SLPA program with an associate’s degree, or have a bachelor’s degree in a speech-language pathology or communication disorders program  Successful completion of a minimum of 100 hours of supervised field work experience or its clinical experience equivalent as required by state and/or contract Current certification or licensure as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant in the State of Practice  Must comply with accepted professional standards and practice  One (1) year of prior professional Speech-Language Pathology Assistant experience preferred;  Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice  Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency program  TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable  Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)  Must meet all federal, state and local requirements  Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site  Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements   Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English 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.

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