Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health

MaineHealth; Kennebunk (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education programs

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Maine is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in Speech Pathology and possess the required license. This role emphasizes patient assistance in achieving effective communication, backed by a supportive employer offering flexibility, training, and well-being resources. Candidates should have relevant experience and must be certified in BLS.

Qualifications

• Current applicable state temporary/permanent license as a Speech-Language Pathologist is required.
• Current BLS certification required; must obtain within 30 days of start date.
• One year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measure and evaluate language abilities, auditory processes, and speech production.
• Conduct treatment of persons with speech, language, voice, hearing, and swallowing disorders.
• Assist patients in establishing an optimal functional communication system.

Skills

Speech Pathology

Communication Skills

Patient Care

Education

Masters Degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

Description

Professional - Clinical

Req #: 70564

Summary

The Home Healthcare Speech and Language Pathologist role measures and evaluates language abilities, auditory processes, and speech production, and/or conducts treatment of persons with speech, language, voice, hearing, and swallowing disorders. Assists the patient in establishing an optimal functional communication system to express physical, emotional, and social needs.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Masters Degree in Speech Pathology required.
2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) temporary/permanent license as a Speech-Language Pathologist required or in compliance with the state practice act. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Certification in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association preferred. Positions in Home Care will require current valid Driver's License with vehicle available for work covered by liability insurance as specified by agency policy.
3. Experience: One year of relevant experience preferred.

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Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you\'ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual\'s needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you\'re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]