Home Health Speech Therapist (Sacramento, CA)

Active In-Home Therapy; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health services provider is seeking a Home Health Speech Therapist to deliver specialized speech and language therapy in patients' homes. This role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing therapeutic interventions. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and effective communication skills. You will collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient recovery and quality of life. This position values independence and teamwork in delivering high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Speech‑Language Pathologist.
• Prior experience in home health or a related setting is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized speech therapy treatment plans.
• Provide hands-on speech therapy interventions.
• Educate patients and families on speech and language exercises.
• Monitor and document patients' progress.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals for comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and caregivers.

Skills

Clinical and critical thinking skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Independent work

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Active In-Home Therapy

Job Description: Home Health Speech Therapist

About Us

Active In-Home Therapy is a leading provider of home health services committed to delivering compassionate and high-quality care to individuals in the comfort of their homes. We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Home Health Speech Therapist to join our dynamic team.

Position Overview

As a Home Health Speech Therapist, you will play a crucial role in providing specialized speech and language therapy services to our patients within their homes' familiar and supportive environment. You will work closely with patients to assess their communication and swallowing disorders, develop personalized treatment plans, and implement therapeutic techniques to promote recovery, enhance communication skills, and improve overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' speech, language, and swallowing disorders to determine therapy needs.
2. Develop and implement individualized speech therapy treatment plans with the healthcare team.
3. Provide hands‑on speech therapy interventions to address communication and swallowing challenges.
4. Educate patients and their families on speech and language exercises, techniques, and strategies to enhance communication and improve swallowing function.
5. Monitor and document patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
6. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and occupational therapists, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
7. Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date patient records.
8. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and caregivers to ensure a positive and supportive therapeutic environment.

Qualifications

1. Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
2. Current state licensure as a Speech‑Language Pathologist.
3. Prior experience in home health or a related setting is preferred, but not required.
4. Strong clinical and critical thinking skills.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative healthcare team.