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Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (School)-March 2024
Alexandria
Mar 17, 2025
About Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (School)

  $1,190-$1,875 Gross Weekly Pay | Locals & Travelers Welcome

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

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  Provides components of a speech and language program asspecified in the treatment plan developed by a supervising SLP in accordancewith the physician’s plan of care according to state regulations

  Self-identifies as SLPA to families, students, patients, anddistrict staff

  Assists the SLP with speech, language, and hearingscreenings without clinical interpretation

  Assists the SLP during assessment of students, exclusive ofadministration and/or interpretation

  Assists the SLP with bilingual translation during screeningand assessment activities exclusive of interpretation

  Provides timely and accurate documentation of studentperformance and reports this information to the supervising SLP

  Programs and provides instruction in the use of augmentativeand alternative communication devices

  Demonstrates or shares information with students, families,caregivers, and staff regarding feeding strategies developed and directed bythe SLP as State Practice Acts permit

  May adapt educational materials and equipment for thepurpose of providing intervention and/or meeting the student needs

  May serve as an interpreter for students, and families whodo not speak English

  Provides services under the supervision of the SLP inanother language for individuals who do not speak English and English-languagelearners

  May assist with clerical duties, such as preparing materialsand scheduling activities, as directed by the SLP

  Cleans and maintains equipment used in the field inaccordance with manufactures guidelines

  Reports reaction(s) to treatment or change(s) in conditionof the student to the supervising SLP and alternate clinical designee asindicated

  Maintains communication with the district and otherpersonnel caring for the student to assure that their efforts effectivelycomplement each other and support the objectives outlined in the plan of carewithin the scope of practice

  May participate in formal care conferences, parentconferences, and intra-disciplinary team meetings only with the presence of thesupervising SLP

  Supports the supervising SLP in research projects,in-service training, public relations programs and marketing programs

  Provides information to emergency response agencies forindividuals who have communication and/or swallowing disorders

  Promotes early identification and early interventionactivities

  May present primary prevention information to individuals orgroups known to be at risk for communication disorders

  Exhibits compliance with The Health Insurance Portabilityand Accountability Act (HIPAA) and

  Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act regulations

  Actively participates in the required supervision by a SLPto 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 communicationdisorders program

  Successful completion of a minimum of 100 hours ofsupervised field work experience or its clinical experience equivalent asrequired by state and/or contract

  Current certification or licensure as a Speech-LanguagePathology Assistant in the State of Practice

  Must comply with accepted professional standards andpractice

  One (1) year of prior professional Speech-Language PathologyAssistant experience preferred;

  Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

  Participation and completion of Maxim's Competencyprogram

  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 Maxim Healthcare Staffing, 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 Maxim Healthcare Staffing

  Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

  Maxim Healthcare Staffing 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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