Speech Therapist Clinical Fellowship (CF) Year

@ 21st Century Home Health Services Inc.

21st Century Home Health Services Inc.21stcenturyhomehealthservicesinc..com

Speech Therapist Clinical Fellowship (CF) Year

Posted 16 months ago

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About the job

21HHS is the largest home health agency in San Francisco, recognized for quality care and employee satisfaction. We focus on patient outcomes and professional growth, serving communities across multiple counties with a dedicated clinical team.

Requirements

Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology
CA state license or certification
Strong communication skills
Ability to work independently
Teamwork skills

Qualifications

Recent graduate
Positive attitude
Organizational skills
Compassionate nature

Full job description

At 21st Century Home Health Services (21HHS), we treat every patient with the same empathy, compassion, and understanding we would show our own family. With more than 600 employees, we are the largest home health agency in San Francisco and the fastest-growing in the Bay Area. Today, we care for more than 4,000 patients across San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Alameda, Contra Costa, Solano, Napa, Yolo, Placer, El Dorado, and Sacramento counties—and we are actively expanding into Marin and Sonoma counties.

Our clinicians are dedicated not only to the patients they serve, but also to one another. The results speak for themselves: hospital readmission rates at 21HHS consistently remain under 10%, compared to an industry average of over 15%.

We’ve also set a new benchmark for employee satisfaction in home health. Recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace, 21HHS fosters an environment of support, growth, and recognition through open communication and professional development opportunities.

Key achievements include:

San Francisco Chronicle Top Workplaces in the Bay Area: Ranked 3rd among all medium-sized companies and 1st among home health agencies.

National Recognition: Ranked 12th among medium-sized healthcare companies nationwide and 1st among home health agencies.

Patient and employee feedback on Yelp, Google, Glassdoor, and Indeed further validates our commitment to quality care and workplace excellence. By prioritizing engagement and satisfaction, 21HHS attracts top clinical talent and delivers outstanding outcomes, cementing our place as a leader in home health.

Please note: All opportunities at 21HHS require being in the field visiting patients in their homes.

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).

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

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21st Century is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind, including but not limited to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

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