Speech Language Pathologist

VNA Health at Home; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

VNA Health at Home in Bardstown, Kentucky, is seeking a skilled Speech Language Pathologist to provide in-home therapy for patients with communication and swallowing disorders.

The ideal candidate will have a Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology, an active license, and at least one year of clinical experience. We promote diversity and equal opportunity in our team.

Qualifications

• Active registered SLP license in the state of practice.
• Must maintain current CPR/BLS Certification.
• Minimum one year of Speech Therapy experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to patients including techniques to improve communication skills.
• Customize therapy strategies for individual patient goals.
• Maintain documentation of patient progress and treatment goals.

Skills

Speech therapy techniques

Communication skills

Patient assessment

Documentation skills

Education

Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

This is a PRN position

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to join VNA Home Health team. The Speech Therapist will assess, diagnose and treat patients with speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders for patients in their homes. This role involves developing individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and working collaboratively with families and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to patients in their homes, including techniques to improve speech, language, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing skills.
• Customize therapy strategies to meet individual patient goals and objectives.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress, treatment goals, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements and standards.
• Provide training and support for family members to assist with therapeutic exercise and strategies at home.

Job Requirements

• Masters degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Active registered SLP license in the state where you practice and certification (CCC‑SLP) from ASHA.
• Must obtain and maintain current CPR/BLS Certification.
• One‑year Speech Therapy experience in a clinical setting.
• Current Driver's License.
• Comply with federal, state and local laws and regulations.

At CommonSpirit Health at Home, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We value the unique contributions of all individuals, including minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Where You'll Work

VNA is a full‑service health care organization that believes the best place for someone to get better is in their own home. As a faith‑based organization, we are committed to finding new ways to improve the health of our patients and the health of the communities we serve. Rooted in humankindness, our ministry is at the heart of everything we do and can be seen in every patient we touch.