Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health

Interim Healthcare Mid-Atlantic; Reading (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible assignments

Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University

1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios

Job summary

Interim Healthcare Mid-Atlantic is seeking a Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Reading, PA. This role emphasizes work-life balance, offering the flexibility to order your own schedule while providing crucial therapy to patients. With a master's or doctoral degree and an active SLP license in PA, candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience. Benefits include 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios, online training, and tuition discounts. This is currently a Per-Diem role with potential for part-time or full-time transition.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of speech therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare.
• CPR certification required.
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based speech therapy to patients.
• Collaborate with a home health team focused on patient care.
• Conduct patient assessments and document progress.

Skills

Speech therapy experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Critical thinking

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Active SLP license in PA

Job description

Home Health Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP)

Reading, PA and Surrounding Areas

Care for others—and yourself—in a therapy career designed for work‑life balance! As a Home Health SLP for Interim HealthCare®, you’ll play a vital role in a patient’s restoration while enjoying the freedom and flexibility that comes from ordering your own schedule. Since 1966, Interim HealthCare has been a trusted provider of home‑based speech therapy to individuals suffering with communication deficits, cognitive impairments and swallowing difficulties. We are currently hiring Home Health SLPs who are committed to providing exceptional patient care while reaping the benefits of work‑life balance. This role is currently for Per‑Diem with potential to transition to part‑time or full‑time.

Benefits

• 1:1 therapist‑to‑patient ratios where you impact outcomes
• Flexible assignments, autonomy and work‑life balance
• Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
• Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University

Responsibilities

• Provide home‑based speech therapy to patients having communication, swallowing or cognitive difficulties due to an illness or injury
• Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and OT, focused on the patient’s plan of care and established goals
• Observe and evaluate a patient’s ability to communicate, swallow and process information
• Conduct patient assessments, document progress and ensure patient goals are met
• Assist with mouth, breathing and swallowing exercises, fluency, articulation and reading
• Educate patient and family on plan of care, therapy goals, safety practices and self‑care

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech‑Language Pathology and active SLP license in PA
• Minimum of 1 year of speech therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare
• CPR certification
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
• Good clinical judgement, critical thinking skills, strong communicator, empathy and compassion

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Speech‑Language Pathologists (SLPs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family‑oriented culture that values and appreciates therapists, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of SLPs who are making a significant impact in the lives of others through the personalized, home‑based therapy they provide.

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.