Home Health SLP — Autonomy, Impact, PRN

VitalCaring Group; Crystal River (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Virtual care

FSA/HSA

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

Generous paid time off

Education reimbursement

Job summary

VitalCaring Group is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes across the Crystal River area. You will develop personalized care plans, provide evidence-based therapies, and coordinate with nurses and physicians to ensure safe, effective outcomes.

The role emphasizes autonomy in a field-based setting, with travel between patient homes and ongoing documentation in the EMR. Requires state licensure, CCC-SLP preferred, and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current SLP license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience (home health preferred).
• CCC-SLP certification preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Comfortable in a field-based role with travel between patient homes.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing function.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care to improve communication, cognition, and safety.
• Provide therapeutic interventions using evidence-based techniques and specialized tools.
• Assess the home environment and recommend adaptive equipment or communication aids.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, compensatory strategies, and safety techniques.
• Monitor patient progress, reassess as needed, and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Identify changes in condition and communicate proactively with physicians and the care team.
• Document all care accurately and timely within the EMR.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in case conferences, discharge planning, and ongoing care coordination.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Independent work

Communication skills

CPR certification

Driving/transportation

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

EMR

Job description

VitalCaring Group is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes across the Crystal River area. You will develop personalized care plans, provide evidence-based therapies, and coordinate with nurses and physicians to ensure safe, effective outcomes.

The role emphasizes autonomy in a field-based setting, with travel between patient homes and ongoing documentation in the EMR. Requires state licensure, CCC-SLP preferred, and CPR certification.