Home Health Speech Therapist — Restore Speech & Independence

Humana Inc; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings

Employee assistance program

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to deliver evaluation and treatment in patients' homes. The role focuses on rehabilitation, communication, and swallowing, with emphasis on personalized Plan of Care development and progress reporting.

The ideal candidate has ASHA CCC, at least six months of home health experience, current unrestricted license and CPR certification, plus reliable transportation and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Meet the education and experience requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology granted by ASHA
• Minimum of six months experience as a speech therapist / speech language pathologist
• Home Health experience a plus
• Current and unrestricted license
• Current CPR certification
• Good organizational and communication skills
• A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, direct and provide speech/language pathology service to patients in the home or facility
• Participate in the development and periodic review of the Plan of Treatment and Plan of Care
• Assess and treat disorders of speech, voice, language, hearing and swallowing
• Observe, record and report changes in the patient's condition and response to treatment
• Provide instruction and training to patients in use of alternative communication systems when appropriate
• Maintain and submit documentation as required by Company policy
• Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning

Skills

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

CPR certification

Education

ASHA CCC (Certification of Clinical Competence)

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to deliver evaluation and treatment in patients' homes. The role focuses on rehabilitation, communication, and swallowing, with emphasis on personalized Plan of Care development and progress reporting.

The ideal candidate has ASHA CCC, at least six months of home health experience, current unrestricted license and CPR certification, plus reliable transportation and strong organizational and communication skills.