Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Mid-Michigan Talent Pool

Optimal Care - Evergreen; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 81,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

HSA/FSA options

Short Term Disability

Job summary

Optimal Care is seeking a Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to evaluate and treat communication and swallowing disorders in patients at home across a large service area in mid‑Michigan. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, design individualized therapy plans, and document progress under physician orders and plans of care.

Responsibilities include collaboration with the care team, education for patients and caregivers, and maintaining compliant clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• State Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and document progress.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care team.
• Educate patients and caregivers; ensure regulatory and reimbursement documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Problem solving

Organization

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Mid-Michigan Talent Pool

Saginaw, MI

Explore Future Opportunities with Optimal Care

About the Role

Help patients regain their ability to communicate, swallow safely, and improve their quality of life from the comfort of home. As a Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), you'll evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders through individualized therapy plans designed to help patients achieve greater independence and reach their functional goals. Working under physician orders and the established plan of care, you'll deliver evidence-based therapy that supports meaningful recovery and enhances everyday living.

This role is ideal for a compassionate, patient-focused Speech-Language Pathologist who enjoys building relationships and making a lasting impact. You'll perform comprehensive evaluations, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team, educate patients and caregivers, and maintain accurate clinical documentation that meets regulatory and reimbursement requirements. Through your clinical expertise and commitment to exceptional care, you'll help patients overcome communication and swallowing challenges while supporting Optimal Care's mission of delivering high-quality, patient-centered healthcare.

Location

• Office Location:4760 Fashion Square Blvd, Saginaw, MI 48604
• Service Area Options:
  • North: Arenac / Gladwin / Clare
  • South: Isabella / Gratiot / Shiawassee / Saginaw / Bay City / Midland / Genesee
  • This role is a high travel position and requires daily travel within the service area to provide care to patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes

Hours

• Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Required Qualifications

• AMaster’s or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology
• State Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverage

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Speech Therapist
• Home Health experience

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff, patients, and caregivers
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Able to demonstrate problem-solving and conflict resolution, organization, and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to operate computer equipment, FAX, and photocopy machines
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Pay Range

$81,000 - $86,000 USD

How We Care for You

• Mileage Reimbursement
• Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off for Full Time
• Part Time/Per Diem also accrue Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Pet Insurance
• ID and Fraud Protection
• And more...

Optimal C are is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.

Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day.

As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.

We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.