In-Home Speech Therapist: Restore Communication & Independence

humana; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 94,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan

Employee assistance program

Business travel and accident coverage

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to deliver in-home or facility-based speech therapy, assess and treat communication disorders, and contribute to care plans and coordination. The role emphasizes professional assessment, patient education, and caregiver support within a patient-centered home health setting.

The position requires CCC-SLP credentials, a Master’s degree in SLP, an active license, and CPR certification, plus reliable transportation for home visits.

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 language pathologist.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice.
• 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.
• Utilize professional skills and judgment in assessing and treating disorders of speech, voice, language, hearing and swallowing to prevent, identify, evaluate and minimize the effects of such disorders and conditions.
• Administer and interpret diagnostic tests and applications of therapeutic treatments including audiologic screening.
• Observe, record and report changes in the patient's condition and response to treatment to supervisor and/or the physician.
• Provide instruction and training to patients in use of alternative communication systems when appropriate.
• Provide counsel and instruction to patients, families and healthcare staff.
• Maintain and submit documentation as required by the Company and/or facility. Prepare and submit timely written reports of evaluations, visits, summaries, care plans, care coordination activities and progress reports as required by Company policy.
• Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning.
• Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct in relation to information that is confidential in nature.

Skills

ASHA CCC

Home Health experience

CPR certification

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to deliver in-home or facility-based speech therapy, assess and treat communication disorders, and contribute to care plans and coordination. The role emphasizes professional assessment, patient education, and caregiver support within a patient-centered home health setting.

The position requires CCC-SLP credentials, a Master’s degree in SLP, an active license, and CPR certification, plus reliable transportation for home visits.