Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health - PRN

VitalCaring Group; South Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

VitalCaring seeks a Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, focusing on speech, language, cognition, and swallowing. You will develop individualized care plans and educate families to support ongoing progress while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes autonomy in a field-based setting with strong clinical leadership and a commitment to measurable outcomes in patient safety and independence.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology and active state license.
• Current CPR certification and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical home health experience preferred.
• CCC‑SLP certificate preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently with strong clinical judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in home health settings.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care to improve communication, cognition, and safety.
• Provide evidence-based therapy and adaptive equipment recommendations for home use.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, compensatory strategies, and safety techniques.
• Document care in the EMR accurately and timely; coordinate with nurses and therapists.
• Monitor progress, reassess, and adjust treatment plans as needed; communicate with physicians.

Skills

Clinical independence

Home health experience

Communication skills

CPR certification

Driver’s license & vehicle

EMR familiarity

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

EMR familiarity

Job description

Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives!

At VitalCaring, we don’t just provide care—we help patients reconnect, communicate, and live more independently in the place they call home.

As a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), you play a critical role in restoring communication, cognition, and swallowing function—helping patients regain confidence and improve quality of life after illness or injury.

This is a role for an SLP who thrives in a field-based, one-on-one care environment, values autonomy, and is passionate about delivering meaningful, measurable outcomes.

Why Choose VitalCaring?

Make a Meaningful Impact

Deliver personalized care that directly improves communication, safety, and independence.

Autonomy with Support

Manage your day independently with strong clinical leadership and collaborative support behind you.

Patient-Centered Care

Focus on one-on-one treatment in the home—where progress is most meaningful.

Growth & Development

Be part of a team that invests in your clinical development and long-term success.

What You’ll Do

As a Home Health SLP, you’ll lead the evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing function
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care to improve communication, cognition, and safety
• Provide therapeutic interventions using evidence-based techniques and specialized tools
• Assess the home environment and recommend adaptive equipment or communication aids
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, compensatory strategies, and safety techniques
• Monitor patient progress, reassess as needed, and adjust treatment plans accordingly
• Identify changes in condition and communicate proactively with physicians and the care team
• Document all care accurately and timely within the EMR
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care
• Participate in case conferences, discharge planning, and ongoing care coordination

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current SLP license in the state of practice
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience (home health preferred)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP) preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and patient education skillsComfortable in a field-based role with travel between patient homes
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

What Sets You Apart

• Experience in home health or community-based care
• Confidence managing swallowing (dysphagia) and cognitive-communication disorders
• Ability to adapt treatment plans to real-life home environments
• Strong collaboration across interdisciplinary teams
• A balance of clinical expertise, compassion, and accountability

Work-Life Balance & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Virtual care and mental health support
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Supplemental health and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee referral program
• Prepaid legal services
• Identity theft protection
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

At VitalCaring, our values - trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called - guide every interaction.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.