Speech-Language Pathologist SLP FT Albuquerque Rio Rancho

Harmony Home Health & Hospice; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Sign on Bonus

Job summary

Harmony Home Health & Hospice is looking for a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team in Albuquerque, NM. This role focuses on maximizing patients' ability to stay in their residences through comprehensive assessments and individualized care plans, ensuring effective communication with patients and families.

You will enjoy flexible scheduling and competitive compensation while providing essential services. Candidates must hold an active Speech-Language Pathologist license and have strong organizational skills for minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Active State Speech‑Language Pathologist License.
• Current CPR certification with BLS card required.
• Valid driver’s license and operational vehicle necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments within Speech‑Language Therapy scope.
• Develop individualized care plans with patient goals.
• Provide direct intervention in patients' homes and document care.

Skills

Organization skills

Effective communication

Crisis management

Technology literacy

Education

State Speech‑Language Pathologist License

Current CPR with BLS card

Job description

Job Summary

Home health Speech‑Language Pathologists are central to the care team and maximize a patient’s ability to safely remain in the least restrictive environment as their place of residence. Clinicians working in home health are on the front lines of health care and often practice at the top of their license. If you are interested in a changing work environment, seeing patients with a variety of diagnoses, and flexibility in your schedule, home health just may be your best choice!

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement
• Sign on Bonus

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments of patient physical, functional, cognitive, and communication levels within the scope of Speech‑Language Therapy
• Develop a plan of care with patient goals
• Provide evidence‑based direct intervention with patients in their place of residence
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse patient population and co-workers
• Educate patients and family members about home programs, diet modifications, equipment, and available resources
• Submit required documentation in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Active State Speech‑Language Pathologist License
• Current CPR with BLS card
• Valid driver’s license, at least state minimum auto insurance, and an operational vehicle
• Possess or obtain a good understanding of Federal, State, and local laws and regulatory guidelines governing home health operations
• Great organization skills and an ability to work with minimal supervision
• Capacity to appropriately supervise others
• Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations
• Computer/Technology literacy and experience documenting on an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Physical Requirements

• Duties require extensive standing, walking, and sitting
• Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients
• Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee in this job. The employee may be asked to perform job‑related tasks other than those stated in this description.