Speech Language Pathologist

Premier Home Health; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Supportive clinical leadership

Meaningful impact in patients’ lives

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Best Home Health Providers is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist to deliver high-quality home health services, evaluating and treating communication and swallowing disorders in patients' homes. The role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and ensuring patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, documenting progress, educating patients and families, and coordinating with physicians and staff.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current SLP license in the state where services are provided.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive speech-language evaluations and assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans for communication and swallowing disorders.
• Implement therapy using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Recommend communication devices and adaptive aids as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and staff for coordinated care.
• Participate in meetings and trainings as required.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans and home programs.
• Submit clinical documentation timely per agency standards.
• Maintain clinical competency and stay updated on best practices.
• Identify needs and refer to appropriate services when needed.
• Supervise Home Health Aides as applicable to speech therapy plan.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation

Home health care

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in SLP

Job description

Join Our Team!

Best Home Health Providers is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide high-quality home health services to patients in their homes. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping patients improve communication, swallowing, and overall functional abilities while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Position Summary

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing speech-language pathology services in accordance with physician orders, agency policies, and professional standards of practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations and assessments.


• Develop individualized treatment plans to address speech, language, cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders.


• Implement therapeutic interventions using appropriate techniques and equipment.


• Recommend communication devices and adaptive aids when necessary.


• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.


• Participate in case conferences, in-service trainings, and team meetings as required.


• Educate patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare staff regarding treatment plans and home programs.


• Complete and submit clinical documentation in a timely manner according to agency standards.


• Maintain clinical competency and stay current with best practices in speech-language pathology.


• Identify patient and caregiver needs and make referrals to appropriate services when needed.


• Supervise Home Health Aides as applicable to the patient's speech therapy plan of care.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.


• Current Speech-Language Pathologist license in the state where services are provided.


• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience in Speech-Language Pathology preferred.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills.


• Current CPR certification.


• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation


• Flexible scheduling


• Supportive clinical leadership


• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives


• Collaborative and patient-centered work environment