Speech Therapist

Company: Stars Therapy Services
Location: San Diego
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Job descriptionTITLE:Speech Therapist - ContractorDEFINITION:Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Speech Therapist provides differential diagnostic and therapeutic services by assessing consumers with central or peripheral disorders of speech, language, voice, and/or swallowing. Provides expertise and early intervention assessments for families seeking California Early Start services under the San Diego Regional Center (SDRC). Assessments are conducted via telehealth and/or in the home environment.DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO:Program DirectorDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Speech Therapist will administer the Infant IDA, Rossetti, MCHAT, DAYC-2, vision and hearing with an Infant Specialist and finalized IFSP reports for submission to the SDRC.Defines patient's degree and type of speech, language, voice and swallowing impairment by selecting and administering the most appropriate test instruments; preparing written diagnostic reports.Speech Therapist will deliver results following assessment and submits reports within 24 hoursComplies with federal, state and local legal and certification requirements by studying existing and new legislation. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.Speech Therapist will attend and participate in staff meetings, training and in-services for Stars Therapy ServicesComplete administrative paperwork, monthly schedules, visits, travel expenses.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:California Driver's LicenseMaster's degree in Speech and Language Pathology, requiredCurrent California SP license; ASHA certification (CCC-SLP).Two or more years of related experience preferred; strong CF candidates considered for some locationTrained in DAYC, IDA, Rossetti, MCHATWork flexible hours to meet program requirementsBilingual (preferred)ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Proof of car insurance in employee's name and current addressMust be CPR Certified (Adult, child, infant, AED) & First AidMust be willing to submit driver's license and fingerprints for background checkMust be able to submit verification of legal rights to work in the U.S. upon hireJob Types: Full-time, Part-time, ContractPay: From $85,000.00 per yearPI175388848SDL2017

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