Speech Therapist Clinical Fellowship (CF) Year
Oakland, California
Speech Therapist (ST) – Speech Therapists (ST) /
Full Time: In The Field /
Hybrid
At 21st Century Home Health Services (HHS), we are committed to treating every patient with the same empathy, compassion and understanding that we would show our family. With over 350 employees, we are the largest Home Health Agency in San Francisco and the fastest growing in the Bay Area. We provide care to over 3,000 patients in San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Alameda, Contra Costa, Solano and Napa Counties.
We are proud to share that we are expanding into Yolo and Sacramento Counties!
Our Clinicians are not only dedicated to the patients we serve, but to each other. The proof is in our outcomes: Hospital readmission rates for 21st Century HHS are consistently under 10% while the industry average is over 15%. We have the highest Medicare classification rating of 5-stars, based on a set criteria determining excellence.
With immense pride, we are thrilled to share that 21HHS has achieved a remarkable accomplishment - we have been honored with a prestigious 2024 Top Workplaces for Healthcare award! We placed 12th nationwide and placed the highest of all Home Health agencies! This recognition is a testament to our collective efforts in cultivating an exceptional workplace culture.
All Opportunities at 21st Century require you to be in the field visiting patients homes. We do not offer work from home/remote opportunities unless noted.
The Speech Therapist CFY will provide speech and language therapy services to patients in a home health setting. This role is designed for a recent graduate completing their Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY). The therapist will assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders, developing individualized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes. Supervision and mentorship will be provided by a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).
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In this Role, you will:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, voice, and swallowing functions in patients.
- Utilize standardized tests and clinical observations to diagnose disorders.
- Collaborate with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to gather relevant information.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results.
- Provide therapy for speech, language, and voice disorders, as well as swallowing difficulties.
- Use various therapeutic techniques and technologies to meet patient needs.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Educate patients and their families about communication and swallowing disorders.
- Provide training on strategies to enhance speech and language skills at home.
- Offer guidance on dietary modifications and safe swallowing techniques.
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and occupational therapists.
- Participate in patient care conferences and contribute to treatment planning.
- Maintain effective communication with patients, families, and team members.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatment plans, and progress.
- Prepare reports for healthcare providers and insurance companies as needed.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and professional standards.
- Participate in regular supervision and mentorship sessions with a licensed SLP.
- Stay current with advancements in speech therapy practices and technique
To Be A success:
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Temporary CA state license or certification to practice as a Speech Therapist CFY.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Valid CA License
* You will be assigned to a primary location, however you will be expected to be available to cover for vacancies, leave of absences, as well as supporting increased census and client care needs outside of the assigned area. 21st Century Home Health puts forth every effort to accommodate the assigned primary territory, but on occasion, in order to support safe patient care and meet the demands of a growing business, staff may be reassigned temporarily.
21st Century Home Health Services (21HHS) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
