PRN Speech Language Pathologist – Home Health

Humana Inc; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health, part of Humana Inc., is seeking a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes or facilities, focusing on rehabilitation and functional communication.

You will participate in care planning, administer diagnostic and therapeutic assessments, train patients and families, and maintain detailed documentation while upholding privacy and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Meet the education and experience requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology granted by ASHA.
• Minimum six months experience as a speech therapist / speech language pathologist.
• Current and unrestricted license.
• Current CPR certification.
• 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.
• Use professional skills to assess and treat disorders of speech, voice, language, hearing and swallowing.
• Administer and interpret diagnostic tests and applications of therapeutic treatments including audiologic screening.
• Observe, record and report changes in the patients 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.
• Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning.

Education

CCC-SLP or CCC-Aud (ASHA)

Job description

CenterWell Home Health, part of Humana Inc., is seeking a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes or facilities, focusing on rehabilitation and functional communication.

You will participate in care planning, administer diagnostic and therapeutic assessments, train patients and families, and maintain detailed documentation while upholding privacy and professional standards.