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We're Hiring a Speech Therapist

We are currently looking for a mobile Speech Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy services to seniors within independent living facilities and homes in the North Austin and Lakeway area.

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MEET DR. RYAN SEIFERT, PT, DPT

Owner & Physical Therapist

Burnt out and convinced there was a better way to serve his patients, Ryan founded NFT in 2016 and hasn't looked back since. He loves his team and strives every day to do what's best for them and the clients NFT serves.

About NFT.

We are a small but rapidly growing therapy company that specializes in helping Austinites prepare for and enjoy active retirement life. We have an outpatient physical therapy clinic in North Austin which is highly centered around 1-to-1 care with emphasis on manual therapy. We also partner with home health companies to provide therapy services to seniors in their homes and in independent living facilities. In addition to therapy services, NFT offers patients virtual wellness services after discharge to help them maintain their gains from therapy and prevent future deterioration.

We are proud to say that NFT is a 100% therapist-owned company that is continuing to grow while maintaining a family feel. Our small size allows for efficient communication between the therapists and the agencies we serve. We work as a team to ensure our patients get the attention they need when they need it. 

To highlight some of the benefits of working with Natural Fit Therapy: 

  • Flexible Schedule - Build your schedule to fit your needs
  • Autonomy - Give patients what they need rather than being constantly urged to hit unrealistic productivity standards 
  • Competitive payment packages 
  • Online documentation
  • Strong company culture
  • Staff happy hours and company parties
  • PTO and Paid Holidays 
  • Medical Benefits 

We strive to create a positive working environment for our therapists while providing quality care to the patients we serve. 

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About this Speech Therapy Position.

We are currently looking for a mobile Speech Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy services to seniors within independent living facilities and homes in the North Austin and Lakeway area.

This position is for someone that loves working with older adults to stay healthy, active and independent. Our Speech and Language Pathologist will identify and treat patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders, improve patient’s communication skills through vocal exercises and cognitive therapies, and select alternative communication systems and teach their use as appropriate.

This position would work closely with the entire interdisciplinary team, including Nursing, PT/PTAs, and OTs to provide high quality care to our patients.

Home Health experience is a huge plus but not required.

Both Part-time and Full-time applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Optimizes communication, cognitive and swallowing skills of patients by performing or supervising therapy staff in initiating referrals; evaluating and treating appropriate patients; participating in the care planning process; documenting progress toward identified priorities and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient’s family, the staff and rehab team as appropriate.
  • Develops treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including long and short-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals. Confers with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient.
  • Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members. Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in the treatment plan.
  • Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician’s orders. Adapts treatment to meet the personal needs of the patient.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) therapy program
  • License to practice speech language pathology within the state
  • Certification in LSVT LOUD® or SPEAK OUT! Programs are a plus
  • Reliable transportation and proof of valid automobile liability insurance. Must have valid driver’s license.
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Results-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

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