Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

The Pennant Group; Grand Junction (CO); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennant Group, Inc. is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Colorado to deliver patient-centered home health therapy. This role offers flexible scheduling, strong clinical autonomy, and opportunities for growth within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include evaluations, care planning, therapy delivery, and collaboration with physicians and caregivers to enhance patient independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Current licensure to practice in Colorado as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in Speech-Language Pathology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations and assess home environments.
• Develop and update individualized plans of care with patients and caregivers.
• Provide speech-language therapy services as ordered by the physician.
• Identify speech, language, and swallowing deficits and implement targeted treatment plans.
• Utilize specialized therapy techniques and equipment to improve outcomes.
• Recommend communication devices or adaptive aids as appropriate.
• Educate and counsel patients, families, and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and communicate with physicians.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Master's or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Join a Team That Puts YOU First! At PASCO/SW Home Health & Hospice, we do things differently. Our philosophy is simple: our team comes first. When you feel supported, empowered, and valued, you deliver the kind of care that changes lives. That's why we invest in your growth from day one, through mentorship, ongoing education, and a culture that encourages intelligent risk-taking and innovation. If you're passionate about making a difference and want a career that grows with you, PASCO/SW is the place to be!

Speech Therapist (SLP). Flexible Schedule, Patient‑Centered Care.

Why You'll Love This Role!

• Impact: Meaningful work that improves daily function and independence
• Flexibility: Autonomy to create your own schedule to support work/life balance
• Collaboration: Join a team of experienced professionals that value your expertise
• Growth: Access ongoing training, certifications, and advancement opportunities to grow your career

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations and assess home environments as appropriate
• Develop and update individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, caregivers, and the care team
• Provide speech-language therapy services as ordered by the physician
• Identify functional speech, language, and swallowing deficits and implement targeted treatment plans
• Utilize specialized therapeutic techniques and equipment to improve patient outcomes
• Recommend communication devices or adaptive aids as appropriate
• Educate and counsel patients, families, and caregivers
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and communicate with physicians and care team members
• Participate in case conferences, in-services, and quality improvement initiatives
• Identify needs for additional services and make referrals as appropriate
• Supervise home health aides in tasks directly related to the speech therapy plan of care when applicable

Requirements

• Master's or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current licensure to practice in the State of Colorado as a Speech-Language Pathologist
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in Speech-Language Pathology
• Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation for patient visits

Pay Per-Visit/Unit $ 41.00 to $ 70.00 Hour Base -- $35.00 - $ 42.00

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.

Connected Home Health is a Home Health Agency servicing the Greater Portland area, including Washington, Multnomah, Clackamas, Columbia, Yamhill, and Marion Counties. By being connected to you and your health care, we help you remain Connected to your community and family by keeping you out of the hospital and in the comfort of your own home. Whether you are recovering from surgery, illness, or living with a chronic disease like Diabetes, Heart Failure, or COPD, we help make hospital visits shorter and less frequent by providing quality health care and compassionate life-changing service. Every member of our team is committed to providing our patients and their families with life-changing service, because that's what we do

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, for all job classifications, are based on qualifications and work record. No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.