Speech-Language Pathologist - Home Care - License Required

Careertree-Network; North Port (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Discovery at Home is hiring a PRN Speech Language Pathologist to serve the Discovery Commons South Biscayne and Aston Gardens Pelican Point campuses in Sarasota County, Florida. The role focuses on geriatric patients in assisted and independent living communities, with some home visits.

You will determine your own daily schedule within a largely autonomous caseload, working Monday through Friday 6:00am–6:00pm (weekends optional). Florida licensure and CCC-SLP are required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program and Florida state licensure.
• CCC-SLP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for geriatric patients in assisted living, independent living communities, and home visits as needed.
• Develop and implement individualized speech-language pathology treatment plans.
• Coordinate with care teams and ensure compliance with Medicare Part A/B requirements.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Florida licensure

CCC-SLP

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

ATTENTION: This position requires graduation from a Speech-Language Pathologist program and a state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist.

Speech Language Pathologist, PRN, Home Health Discovery at Home Sarasota County, FL (Venice and North Port)

Discovery at Home is hiring a PRN Speech Language Pathologist to serve the Discovery Commons South Biscayne and Aston Gardens Pelican Point campuses in Sarasota County, Florida. Candidates requiring sponsorship to work in the United States are welcome to apply. Please note that supervision for Clinical Fellowship completion is not available, and candidates must hold their CCCs.

About the Role

You will primarily work within assisted and independent living communities, with some home visits possible within the community. The patient population is primarily geriatric, with most cases covered under Medicare Part A Home Health along with some Part B. Clinicians have significant autonomy in determining their own caseload and daily schedule.

Please note that employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements, including fingerprinting through the AHCA Clearinghouse. More information is available at info.flclearinghouse.com.

Schedule

Availability is required Monday through Friday between 6:00am and 6:00pm, subject to scheduling agreements with each patient. Weekend shifts are optional and not required. No major holidays. Flexible scheduling is a core feature of this role.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly rate for this position is in the range of $40 to $62 per hour, with increases based on experience and qualifications. Full-time team members receive a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, company-paid life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, mileage reimbursement, a 401(k) with employer matching, and free continuing education units.

Qualifications

Candidates must be eligible for Florida state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist and must hold their Certificate of Clinical Competence. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a current CPR certification are required. Prior home health experience is preferred but not required. Supervision for Clinical Fellowship completion is not available. Candidates who require sponsorship to work in the United States are welcome to apply.

About Discovery at Home

Discovery at Home is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, one of the two largest senior living operators in the United States. Founded in 2012 with a Medicare-certified agency in Southwest Florida, Discovery at Home has grown to serve communities in Tampa, Plano, Houston, and West Palm Beach. The organization offers a comprehensive range of care including Part A, Part B, and Private Duty services, primarily serving residents within the Discovery Senior Living family of communities while also extending care beyond those settings.