Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Advisacare 2; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Flexible scheduling

Medical benefits (30+ hrs/week)

401(k)

Paid PTO

Orientation & onboarding

Employee recognition

Supportive team culture

Job summary

AdvisaCare in Michigan is seeking compassionate Home Health Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to provide one-on-one care in patients' homes, improving communication, cognition, swallowing, and overall quality of life. Strong collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and adherence to CMS CoPs are essential.

We value flexibility, meaningful patient relationships, and a lasting impact on the community. A licensed SLP with home health experience is preferred; see benefits below for eligible

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Current Michigan SLP license in good standing.
• Home health experience preferred (minimum one year).
• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver skilled speech therapy services per physician orders and the CMS CoPs.
• Maintain timely documentation while ensuring CMS, payer, and agency standards.
• Collaborate with patients, caregivers, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and caregivers on communication strategies, swallowing precautions, cognitive techniques, and home exercise programs.
• Reassess patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Patient education

Independence

Team collaboration

Transportation

Driver's license

Education

SLP degree

MI SLP license

Job description

Restore communication. Rebuild confidence. Change lives- one home at a time.

We're hiring compassionate Home Health Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) in Oakland, Macomb, Wayne and Washtenaw counties to provide personalized, one-on-one care that helps patients improve communication, cognition, swallowing, and overall quality of life in the comfort of their homes. Since 1997, AdvisaCare has been a trusted leader in home healthcare, proudly serving the communities where we live and work. If you're looking for a flexible schedule, meaningful patient relationships, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact every day, we'd love to meet you.

You Might Be a Great Fit If You:

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations to assess communication, cognitive, and swallowing needs; develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based interventions, and monitor patient progress.
• Deliver skilled speech therapy services in accordance with physician orders and the CMS Conditions of Participation (CoPs).
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with CMS, payer, and agency standards.
• Collaborate with patients, caregivers, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to optimize communication, cognition, swallowing, safety, and functional independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers on communication strategies, swallowing precautions, cognitive techniques, adaptive tools, and individualized Home Exercise Programs (HEPs) to support functional recovery.
• Reassess patient progress, modify treatment plans as appropriate, and communicate changes to the care team.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Current Michigan Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license in good standing.
• Home health experience preferred (minimum one year).
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and current auto insurance.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay with weekly payroll
• Flexible scheduling for better work-life balance
• Medical benefits for employees working 30+ hours/week
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) eligibility
• Paid orientation and onboarding
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Supportive, team-focused culture with meaningful work

Join the AdvisaCare family and make a difference- one patient, one home, one community at a time.