Speech Language Pathologist

CommonSpirit Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a skilled Speech Language Pathologist for VNA Home Health on a PRN basis. You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients in their homes, focusing on speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive-communication goals.

You will collaborate with families and health care professionals, develop individualized treatment plans, and document progress in accordance with regulatory standards. A compassionate, patient-centered approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Active SLP license in the practicing state and CCC-SLP certification (ASHA).
• CPR/BLS certification current.
• At least 1 year of speech therapy experience in a clinical setting.
• Current driver's license.
• Compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

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.

Skills

Therapy techniques

Documentation

Family training

Home health delivery

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Active SLP license

CCC-SLP certification

CPR/BLS Certification

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

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Active registered SLP license in the state which 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 Drivers 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.