Hospice SLP: Transform Lives Through Home Care

VitalCaring Group; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Referral Program

Prepaid Legal Plans

Identity Theft Protection

Job summary

VitalCaring Group in Florida is seeking a Hospice Speech-Language Pathologist to plan, organize, and deliver compassionate therapy focused on comfort, communication, and quality of life. You will work within our home health and hospice teams to support patients and families at the end of life.

The role requires a Master’s degree in SLP, CCC from ASHA, state licensure, CPR, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of clinical SLP experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• CCC from ASHA or eligible for CCC.
• Licensed to practice Speech-Language Pathology in the practicing state.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and assess the home environment to determine equipment and speech/language needs.
• Identify functional speech and communication deficits; establish an individualized plan of care to improve or maintain essential function.
• Administer speech therapy programs using specialized techniques and equipment.
• Recommend communication devices or assistive aides as needed.
• Instruct patients, families, caregivers, and agency personnel on treatment plans and safe care techniques.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.
• Prepare and submit clinical notes in alignment with policy.
• Communicate patient needs and progress to physicians, caregivers, and team members.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and training sessions.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CCC - ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence

State licensure to practice SLP

Job description

VitalCaring Group in Florida is seeking a Hospice Speech-Language Pathologist to plan, organize, and deliver compassionate therapy focused on comfort, communication, and quality of life. You will work within our home health and hospice teams to support patients and families at the end of life.

The role requires a Master’s degree in SLP, CCC from ASHA, state licensure, CPR, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of clinical SLP experience.