Speech Language Pathologist SLP Home Health (PRN)

Empath Health; Ocala, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Interdisciplinary support

Job summary

Empath Health is seeking a compassionate PRN Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Home Health team in Hernando County and surrounding areas, including Spring Hill, Weeki Wachee, and Brooksville. The role offers flexible scheduling with 5-15+ home visits weekly, and potential expansion to part-time or full-time as the market grows.

The ideal candidate holds an ASHA CCC or is in the process of certification, has an active Florida SLP license, and at least 1 year of SLP experience,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved college program meeting ASHA requirements for SLP license or in process of certification.
• Active Florida SLP license
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an SLP; home health care experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments including client functioning, swallowing, and communication.
• Develop care plans with physicians and care team.
• Provide patient and family education on swallowing strategies and communication techniques.
• Document services and progress in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for holistic home-based care

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Patient education

Education

ASHA CCC or in progress

Job description

## Speech Language Pathologist SLP Home Health (PRN)Apply: Ocala, FL: Part time: Posted Yesterday: SPEEC014019**Empath Home Health**, a member of **Empath Health** is seeking a compassionate **PRN Home Health SLP (Speech Language Pathologist)** to work with our Home Health team to deliver individualized care to patients in their homes in **Hernando County (**including **Spring Hill, Weeki Wachee, Brooksville,** and surrounding areas).**Award-Winning Home Health:** Recognized as one of **America's Best**Home Health Providers for 2026, Empath Home Health delivers high‐quality, outcomes‐driven care trusted by patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Empath Home Health provides skilled nursing and therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home, along with personal care support that assists with daily needs as part of a seamless continuum of care.**Locations:** Home health visits available in **Hernando County (**including **Spring Hill, Weeki Wachee, Brooksville,** and surrounding areas). It is very flexible - **you choose when & where you want to work!****Schedule**: PRN role; 5-15+ home health visits per week. If desired, part-time or even full-time may be available as we grow!**What you'll Do*** Perform initial and ongoing assessments, including OASIS assessments at appropriate time points, to identify the client’s level of functioning, swallowing, and communication ability.* Develop a plan of care in consultation with the physician and other care team members.* Instruct patient and families on proper consistency of food to maintain nutritional intake and prevent complications of swallowing disorders.* Instruct patients and families on using special educational strategies and techniques to improve sensory-motor development, perception, memory, language, and cognition.* Prepares clinical and progress notes of services provided, patient activities and condition and submit in a timely manner.* Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless, holistic care**Why Join Empath Health as a PRN clinician?*** Flexible scheduling and manageable caseloads* Strong interdisciplinary support* Growth potential: several roles could expand to **part-time or full-time** as the market grows!* Meaningful, patient-centered care in the comfort of patients’ homes* **Make a Difference:** Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.**What You'll Need*** Graduate of an approved/accredited college program that meets the educational requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech pathology or audiology granted by the American Speech and Hearing Association; or enrolled in a program that meets the educational requirements for certification and in the process of accumulating the supervised experience required for certification.* Active Florida SLP license* Minimum of 1 year of experience as a licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP); home health care experience preferred* Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient-education skills