Speech Language Pathologist Home Health

Humana; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 77,200 - 106,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A healthcare company is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to provide therapy services to patients at home or in a facility. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and ensuring high-quality care. Candidates must have relevant certification and six months of experience. A valid driver's license and CPR certification are required. This role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months experience as a speech therapist/speech language pathologist.
• Home Health experience a plus.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, direct and provide speech/language pathology service to patients.
• Utilize professional skills in assessing and treating disorders.
• Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology

Current and unrestricted license

Job description

Join to apply for the Speech Language Pathologist Home Health role at Humana.

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, direct and provide speech/language pathology service to patients in the home or facility.
• Participate in the development and periodic review of the Plan of Treatment and Plan of Care.
• Utilize professional skills and judgment in assessing and treating disorders of speech, voice, language, hearing and swallowing to prevent, identify, evaluate and minimize the effects of such disorders and conditions.
• Administer and interpret diagnostic tests and applications of therapeutic treatments including audio logic screening.
• Observe, record and report changes in the patient's condition and response to treatment to supervisor and/or the physician.
• Provide instruction and training to patients in use of alternative communication systems when appropriate.
• Provide counsel and instruction to patients, families and healthcare staff.
• Maintain and submit documentation as required by the Company and/or facility. Prepare and submit timely written reports of evaluations, visits, summaries, care plans, care coordination activities and progress reports as required by Company policy.
• Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning.
• Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct in relation to information that is confidential in nature.
• Attend, participate in and/or conduct internal staff development programs, obtain continuing education as required by Company policy, regulation.

Required Experience / Skills

• Meet the education and experience requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology granted by ASHA.
• Minimum of six months experience as a speech therapist / speech language pathologist.
• Home Health experience a plus.
• Current and unrestricted license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required.

Pay Range

• $49.00 - $69.00 per visit/unit
• $77,200 - $106,200 per year base pay

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 hours per week.

Benefits

Humana, Inc. offers benefits for limited term, variable schedule and per diem associates, including paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee assistance program, business travel, and accident coverage. Other benefits may apply based on location and job performance.

About CenterWell Home Health

CenterWell Home Health specializes in personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers – all working together to help patients rehabilitate, recover and regain their independence so they can live healthier and happier lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. Humana employs affirmative action to advance employees with disability or protected veteran status, basing all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.