Home Health Speech Pathologist

Optimal Care; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 3 weeks

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K match

Mileage Reimbursement

Company Vehicle

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Optimal Care in Jackson, MI seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to provide a full range of SLP services in home health settings and occasional visits to clients in surrounding areas.

The role requires a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology and state licensure; two years of experience is preferred. You’ll join a clinician-owned team focused on compassionate, high-quality care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology is required and licensure in the state where service is furnished.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Reliable transportation and valid automobile insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

• Provides a full range Speech Language Pathology Services as ordered by physician.
• Participates with other home care personnel in patient care planning.
• Receives initial evaluation and develops plan of treatment and goals.

Skills

Speech Language Pathology

Medical terminology

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Optimal Care 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides a full range Speech Language Pathology Services as ordered by physician
• Periodically participates with all other home care personnel in patient care planning
• Takes initial history and makes initial evaluation, performs all skilled procedure
• Consults with physicians regarding change of treatment, writes reports to physicians regarding patient's progress
• An initial evaluation, including a plan of treatment and goals, must be completed and submitted to the physician for approval
• A recertification by a physician every 60 days is necessary if further treatment is to be continued
• A progress note is written each visit
• A reevaluation is written when the expected duration of treatment is reached
• A summary is written upon patient's discharge

Required Qualifications

• AMaster's or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology and is licensed as a Speech Language Pathology by the state where they furnish service
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Reliable transportation and valid automobile insurance coverage

Desired Qualifications

• Two (2) years' experience as a Speech Therapist preferred. Home Health experience preferred

Location

• Office Location: Jackson, MI
• Work Location: Jackson and surrounding

Hours

• 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday

How We Care for You

• Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle Program for field roles
• Pet Insurance
• ID and Fraud Protection
• And more...

Background Screening

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.