Speech Language Pathologist

VNA Health at Home; London (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

VNA Health at Home in London, Kentucky, is seeking a compassionate Speech Language Pathologist for a PRN position. The role involves assessing and treating patients with communication and swallowing disorders in the comfort of their homes, developing individualized treatment plans to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualified candidates will have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, an active SLP license in Kentucky, and at least one year of clinical experience. This opportunity emphasizes collaboration with families and healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Active registered SLP license in Kentucky 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to patients in their homes.
• Customize therapy strategies to meet individual patient goals.
• Document patient progress and treatment goals in compliance with standards.
• Train family members on therapeutic exercises.

Skills

Speech therapy techniques

Collaborative patient care

Documentation skills

Family training and support

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

Qualifications:

• 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 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.