Speech Language Pathologist Home Health PRN

Compassus; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful Work

Career Development

Innovation Meets Compassion

Enhanced Benefits

Recognition and Support

Culture of Belonging

Job summary

Bon Secours Home Care and Hospice by Compassus is seeking a Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist (PPV PRN). The role delivers SLP services in home health, under physician direction, with active collaboration from family and care team.

Requires a Bachelor's in Speech-Language Pathology and an active license; Master's preferred and at least 1 year in home health; geriatric experience is a plus. The position emphasizes infection control, documentation, and care coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience in home health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides home health Speech-Language Pathology services under physician direction.
• Maintains effective communication with patient/family and care team.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
• Develops and revises Plan of Care in consultation with physician and team.
• Supervises Home Health Aide/UP to ensure quality and continuity of service.
• Ensures proper documentation and adherence to regulations.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Home Health Experience

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Company: Bon Secours Home Care and Hospice by Compassus

Position Summary

The Home Health Speech Language Pathologist - PPV PRN is responsible for providing service to clients who have speech and language complications. The Home Therapy Program is provided under the direction of the attending physician by the Speech Language Pathologist with participation by the family, nurse, or other responsible person, as necessary.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Provides care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA).
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency, i.e., attending in‑services, as required by regulation; participates in in‑service programs.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with the requirements of third‑party payors.
• Provides effective communication to patient/family, team members, physician, and other health care professionals to ensure coordination of services; provides appropriate referrals, as necessary.
• Assures continuity of quality patient care delivered according to the plan of care with appropriate documentation.
• Supervises and provides clinical directions to the Home Health Aide/UP to ensure the quality and continuity of service provided.
• Provides services and/or treatments requiring substantial and specialized speech therapy skills.
• Provides education to the client/family regarding the disease process.
• Performs initial and ongoing comprehensive assessment (OASIS/Agency) of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders with appropriate tests and measures and maintains records including goal setting.
• Develops/implements/documents/revises the Plan of Care in consultation with the physician and other care team members to ensure quality and continuity of care and evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of client care plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Pathology required. Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology preferred. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a home health setting required. Experience working with adult, geriatric patients strongly preferred.

Active and unencumbered Speech Language Pathologist license in state(s) of employment required.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus

At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others. Your Career Journey Matters We're dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you're pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.

The Compassus Advantage

• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Ready to Join?

At Compassus, your career is more than a job—it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.

Compassus provides a continuum of integrated home-based services including home health, home infusion, palliative and hospice care. Thousands of teammates and hundreds of access points nationwide provide high-quality care and manage patients' advanced illnesses in partnership with health systems and long‑term care partners.

The Compassus Care for who I am culture reflects its unique care delivery model, which focuses on each person as an individual as well as a patient, to improve their quality of life in a meaningful way.

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