Patient-Focused Speech-Language Pathologist — Home Health

Optimal Home Care & Hospice; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Competitive benefits package

401K plan + 15% matching

Company phone provided

PTO given up front (FTE)

Continuing education opportunities

iPad Purchase Program

Job summary

Optimal Home Care & Hospice seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to deliver patient-centered speech, language and swallowing therapy in the Colorado Springs area. The role supports a diverse patient population and emphasizes quality of life through evidence-based care.

Requirements include a master's or doctoral degree in SLP or Audiology and an active Colorado license. Expect collaboration with physicians, family education, and comprehensive documentation in the patient record.

Qualifications

• Requires master's or doctoral degree in SLP or Audiology.
• Current Colorado SLP license in good standing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient speech and language abilities.
• Plan and provide rehabilitative services for speech, language and dysphagia.
• Develop and update patient plans of care.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with physician and care team.
• Discharge planning and family/caregiver instruction.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's or Doctoral in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology

Job description

Optimal Home Care & Hospice seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to deliver patient-centered speech, language and swallowing therapy in the Colorado Springs area. The role supports a diverse patient population and emphasizes quality of life through evidence-based care.

Requirements include a master's or doctoral degree in SLP or Audiology and an active Colorado license. Expect collaboration with physicians, family education, and comprehensive documentation in the patient record.