Whether you are a practice owner who hires therapists, a therapist hired by a private practice, a home care agency, or hospital, or a therapist who holds themselves out to the public as an independent contractor, understanding what these classifications really mean is vital and has important ramifications for both parties. Let's take this issue out of the gray matter and separate fact from fiction.

This topic will be presented in detail from all perspectives as far as therapists are concerned, and from the vantage point of the Internal Revenue Service and the Labor Department, regardless of what state you live in.

Join in and:

1) Understand the specific criteria used to determine whether a therapist should be deemed an employee or an independent contractor.

2) Understand the rule of “Substance over Form “ application – why the substance of what a therapist does is far more important than the contract they sign!

3) Find out the specifics of what you can do to protect yourself if:
a. you want to classify a therapist as an IC
b. you want to classify some therapists as employees and some as ICs

4) Find out how to “clean” up your worker classifications before an audit

5) Find out what to do if you think you are being misclassified

6) Must have clauses in contracts!!!!

There will be an opportunity to ask questions live during the webinar. If you can’t attend on the 7th, don’t worry- you will be able to access the recorded webinar anytime 24/7/365!

Webinar includes a handout, copy of the powerpoint, and a copy of the worksheet - 10 steps to become an Independent Contractor.

* If 3 or more therapists from the same facility register for the webinar, you will receive 10% back on each registration fee.

Questions - please email Iris at infonytherapy@aol.com or call 845.430.7749
EARLY RATE REGISTRATION: $70 - includes all material and 24/7/365 access to recorded webinar after Nov 7th. Rate increases to $85 October 16th

to register: www.nytherapyguide.com- click on webinars

Take a look at what I was just astounded to receive below. At first I noticed that it is from the the UK, nothing against them, I'm half Brit! However, I do believe other countries other than the US been heavily involved in either trying to help our autistic children with good intentions tho without any evidence that I know of, wanting to teach our SLPs &/or teachers grammar courses when they themselves don't even know the correct definition, just trying to monetize on its behalf.- bc what I'm going to show you can't be good for any child nonethelss a child on the spectrum.

e-mail the company directly aatv@activeautism.co.uk and share your thoughts today!

www.activeautismtv.com

Presented by the Connecticut Branch of the International Dyslexia Association, the astounding author of Overcoming Dyslexia Dr. Sally Shawitz is hosting:

A Family Literacy Forum on         
Saturday, November 9, 2013 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
185 Main Street, New Britain,

Featuring Keynote Speaker, Dr. Sally Shaywitz, distinguished Professor and Co-Director of the Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity, and author of the widely acclaimed national best-seller, Overcoming Dyslexia: A New and Complete Science-Based Program for Reading Problems at Any Level.

Don’t miss this important family event highlighting the work of Dr. Sally Shaywitz -- including a viewing of her HBO movie The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia -- also featuring a panel discussion on dyslexia in Connecticut, and a resource fair.

Additionally, education graduate students will be conducting free literacy screenings throughout the morning.

My personal opinion is that Overcoming Dyslexia is the best text for students dealing with & learning about Dyslexia. The HBO documentary was moving on and should be mandatory in low level functioning/graduating schools.

Click below to register

https://www.cvent.com/events/family-literacy-forum-sponsored-by-connbida/registration-1f05e6f3c66d41f18778fec98cc86815.aspx?i=570bc38a-a541-4f51-804a-fb63dacf7345

Click below for event summary

http://www.dyslexia.yale.edu/About_RatnerChair.html

Download the attached file for the full application

This program provides an opportunity to develop an understanding of the FEES procedure and gain experience with interpreting FEES for the evaluation and management of oropharyngeal dysphagia.

Faculty:

The course is taught by Susan Langmore, PhD. BRS-S, who developed the FEES procedure in 1988. She has used it with all types of adult patients, including ICU, inpatients, outpatients and nursing home patients. She is experienced in working with virtually all types of dysphagia.  Dr. Langmore is a full time clinician who also conducts extensive research and has given presentations on dysphagia around the world.  Dr. Langmore will be assisted by other speech pathologists and otolaryngologists in the department who use this procedure.

Outcome:

The participant will attain a minimal level of competence in performing the protocol, interpreting the results of FEES examinations and using endoscopy to guide therapy for patients with dysphagia. With a guarantee of passing the endoscope at least 5 times, he/she will become familiar with handling the endoscope passing it into the hypopharynx, and manipulating the scope within and around the larynx to attain an optimal view.

Learner Outcomes:

On conclusion of the program, the participants will be able to:

1. Understand what can be visualized and understood about normal and abnormal swallowing from an endoscopic image.

2. Know clinical indications and risks for performing FEESR.

3. Follow a protocol for administering a FEESR exam.

4. Identify key structures, identify and interpret findings, and apply appropriate therapeutic interventions during the performance of a FEESR exam.

5. Implement and adapt the FEESR protocol for different patient populations and settings.

6. Know how to use endoscopy to manage patients with dysphagia.

7. Learn how to implement FEESR into their employment setting.

8. Have an introductory level of skill in passing the endoscope safely and know how to position the scope to get an ideal view during the FEESR examination.

 

 

Registration for the Langmore Foundation FEES Course

 

Yes, I want to attend the Foundation FEES Course    

 

I am registering for the course on the following dates (choose one)  

 

  (  ) October 25 & 26, 2013        (  ) January 24& 25, 2014       

 

Name/ Title________________________________________________________________________

 

Affiliation/ Department ____________________________________________________________

 

Work Address_______________________________________________________________________

 

City/ State/ Zip code _________________________________________________________________

 

Home Address: _____________________________________________________________________

 

City/State/Zip CodE__________________________________________________________________

 

Phone ______________________________________    Fax _________________________________

 

*Email _____________________________________________________________________________

(Communication with the participant will be via email)

 

Please make check payable to “BUMC Otolaryngology Speech & Swallowing” for $550.00

Also, if more than one attendee comes to the same course the rates are as follows:

2 Attendees                  $475.00 each

3 Attendees                  $450.00 each

4 or more Attendees            $400.00 each

Send the Check (sorry no credit cards or invoices) and this registration form to:

 

*** One Day Advanced Course        $300.00 each

This program is offered for 1.35 CEU’S (Intermediate level; Professional area)Marguerite Belmonte

Boston Medical Center

FGH Building, 820 Harrison Avenue

Boston, MA  02118


 



For more info, Contact- Marguerite Belmonte

Boston Medical Center

FGH Building, 820 Harrison Avenue

Boston, MA  02118


Transportation to Boston

 

Logan airport is 5 and 1/4 miles from the medical center

The Metropolitan Transit Authority has trains/buses to/from the airport and the city.  A taxi will cost approximately $35.00

 

 

Hotel Information

 

There are two hotels very close to the medical center.  Please book your hotel early as they sometimes do not have available rooms.

 

Hampton Inn & Suites Boston Cross Town Center

·      Phone: 617-445-6400

·      Ask for Boston University Medical Center Rate

·      This hotel is walking distance to the medical center

 

Marriott Courtyard in South Boston

·      Phone: 617-436-8200

·      They have a shuttle service to the Boston Medical Center

 

 

If you are driving to the Boston Medical Center Campus parking is available at garages located at 710 Albany Street, Boston MA, 02118.

 

This registration form (as a downloadable form at the top of this post) should be filled in and returned with your check.

 

Thanks