In-Home Health SLP: Impactful Therapy & Flexible PTO

Optimal Care; Michigan; On-site; USD 81,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

PTO and Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Optimal Care is seeking a Home Health Speech‑Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in patients’ homes. The role involves developing individualized therapy plans, delivering therapy under orders, and coordinating with physicians and caregivers to support meaningful recovery.

You will document care and ensure compliance while traveling daily within the service area to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology and state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required.
• Experience in home health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized therapy plans to improve communication and swallowing.
• Deliver evidence‑based therapy under physician orders and care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians and the care team and educate patients and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation compliant with regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

MS Office proficiency

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Optimal Care is seeking a Home Health Speech‑Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in patients’ homes. The role involves developing individualized therapy plans, delivering therapy under orders, and coordinating with physicians and caregivers to support meaningful recovery.

You will document care and ensure compliance while traveling daily within the service area to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care.