PRN Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), Home Health

WesleyLife; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking community dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals through compassionate care. As a Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist, you'll conduct assessments, develop personalized treatment plans, and provide skilled therapy services in a supportive environment. With a focus on patient well-being and independence, this role allows you to make a significant impact in the lives of your clients. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off and educational reimbursement. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while making a real difference in your community.

Benefits

Free single health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Generous paid time off

Scholarship reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentives

Educational discounts

Referral bonus program

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Masters in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Experience in home health or direct patient care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide skilled speech therapy services in home settings.
• Educate patients and families on communication strategies.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Speech Therapy Techniques

Communication Strategies

Collaboration with Healthcare Professionals

Education

Masters in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

At WesleyLife, we’re not just a workplace—we’re a community that values your growth, well-being, and happiness. With over 77 years of excellence in senior living, we believe in empowering our team members to make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling, supportive, and rewarding work environment.

WesleyLife Home Health provides comprehensive home health care services throughout central Iowa, serving clients in Boone, Dallas, Hamilton, Jasper, Marion, Marshall, Polk, Story, Warren, Cass, Washington, Audubon, Guthrie, Adair, and Poweshiek counties. Their services include medical support, therapy, and assistance with daily activities, delivered in clients' homes to enhance quality of life, promote independence, and support well-being. WesleyLife Home Health offers personalized care plans tailored to individual needs, along with competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment.

Day in the life of a Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP):

• Patient Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct thorough assessments of patients' speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities within their home environment.
• Individualized Treatment Planning: Develop personalized treatment plans based on assessment results and patient goals. These plans may include targeted interventions to improve speech articulation, language comprehension, cognitive-communication skills, and swallowing function. Tailor therapy approaches to meet each patient's unique needs and preferences.
• Implementation of Therapy Interventions: Provide skilled speech therapy services using evidence-based techniques and exercises. These interventions may focus on improving speech clarity and fluency, enhancing language skills such as vocabulary and grammar, addressing cognitive-communication deficits, and facilitating safe swallowing abilities.
• Patient and Family Education: Educate patients, families, and caregivers on effective communication strategies, techniques to support speech and language development, and exercises to maintain or improve swallowing function.
• Collaboration and Interdisciplinary Team Communication: Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and nurses, to coordinate comprehensive care plans. Participate in team meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment goals, and interdisciplinary approaches to address complex patient needs. Communicate effectively with healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
• Current Openings: PRN, as needed basis

What We Offer You:

We know you want more than just a paycheck—you want a career that offers flexibility, fulfillment, and a chance to make a real difference. At WesleyLife, we provide:

• Competitive Pay: The pay range for this position is $36.07 - $45.09 / hour. The starting pay rate will be based on years of experience.
• Daily Pay: Need your wages before payday? Use our free Daily Pay app to access your earnings when you need them.
• Mileage Reimbursement at 58.5 cents per mile.

Your Health and Well-being Matter to Us:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including free single health insurance, vision, dental, and 401(k).
• Extremely generous paid time off.
• Scholarship Reimbursement: Up to $3,000 per year to help you further your education.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500 per year for your continued learning.
• Wellness Incentives: Free wellness memberships and cash rewards for staying healthy.
• Educational Discounts: Enjoy an 18% discount at Purdue University Global.
• Referral Bonus Program: Earn bonuses for referring qualified candidates.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life, accident, and critical illness coverage for peace of mind.

WesleyLife is proud to be certified as one of Senior Care's Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We value teamwork, respect, and integrity, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where every team member feels appreciated and supported.

Qualified candidates will be contacted to move forward in the hiring process. Unfortunately, WesleyLife cannot sponsor applicants for work visas.

WesleyLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As part of our commitment to your well-being, you’ll need to complete a pre-hire health assessment and drug screen.

Qualifications

Education

Required:

Masters or better in Speech-Language Pathology.

Experience

Required:

Previous home health or direct patient care experience preferred.

Certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, or ASHA.

Graduate of an accredited speech-language pathology master’s program.

Licensure:

Currently licensed as a Speech Therapist in the state of Iowa.