Home Health SLP: Independent Caseload, Meaningful Impact

VitalCaring Group; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Job summary

VitalCaring Group is seeking a passionate Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Kansas City, Missouri, to provide personalized patient care and improve communication, cognition, and swallowing functions. You will operate independently in a field-based role with support from a strong clinical team.

This position requires a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology, along with clinical experience in home health. Enjoy a flexible working environment and benefits including medical coverage and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Current SLP license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience, preferably in home health.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech and cognitive functions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Document patient care accurately within the EMR.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Independence

Education skills

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Documentation software

Job description

Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives!

At VitalCaring, we don’t just provide care—we help patients reconnect, communicate, and live more independently in the place they call home.

As a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) , you play a critical role in restoring communication, cognition, and swallowing function—helping patients regain confidence and improve quality of life after illness or injury.

This is a role for an SLP who thrives in a field-based, one-on-one care environment , values autonomy, and is passionate about delivering meaningful, measurable outcomes.

Why Choose VitalCaring?

Make a Meaningful Impact

Deliver personalized care that directly improves communication, safety, and independence.

Autonomy with Support

Manage your day independently with strong clinical leadership and collaborative support behind you.

Patient-Centered Care

Focus on one-on-one treatment in the home—where progress is most meaningful.

Growth & Development

Be part of a team that invests in your clinical development and long-term success.

What You’ll Do

As a Home Health SLP, you’ll lead the evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders:

• 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

What We’re Looking For

• 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)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) 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

What Sets You Apart

• Experience in home health or community-based care
• Confidence managing swallowing (dysphagia) and cognitive-communication disorders
• Ability to adapt treatment plans to real-life home environments
• Strong collaboration across interdisciplinary teams
• A balance of clinical expertise, compassion, and accountability

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Virtual care and mental health support

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Supplemental health and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

Generous paid time off

Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

At VitalCaring, our values - trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called - guide every interaction.

Apply today and help patients find their voice, regain independence, and live more fully at home.

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