Speech Language Pathologist SLP PRN

Choice Health at Home; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Choice Health at Home is seeking a compassionate PRN Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Clearwater, Florida to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and related disorders. You will develop individualized treatment plans, educate patients and caregivers, and document progress while collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team.

The role requires an active SLP license in Florida, CPR certification, a valid driver's license, and

Qualifications

• Current SLP license in the state of practice.
• Graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
• At least one year of rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Long‑term care and/or home health experience preferred.
• Homecare Homebase experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, documentation, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients for speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders.
• Review medical histories and diagnostic results to inform plans of care.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care based on evaluations.
• Treat dysphagia, aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, delayed language, stuttering, and voice disorders.
• Educate patients and caregivers on goals, strategies, and carryover techniques.
• Select augmentative communication systems and teach use to patients and families.
• Instruct patients in exercises to improve communication, swallowing, and oral‑motor function.
• Complete evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and required documentation promptly.
• Participate in care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and care team.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Documentation

Time management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Homecare Homebase

Job description

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PRN FL - Clearwater Home Health Branch, Clearwater, FL, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 5839

PRN Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable PRN Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders. The SLP will develop individualized treatment plans, educate patients and caregivers, document progress, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients for speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders.
• Review medical histories, diagnostic results, modified barium swallow study findings, and other relevant information.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care based on evaluation findings and provider recommendations.
• Treat conditions such as dysphagia, cognitive impairment, aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, delayed language, stuttering, and voice disorders.
• Recommend appropriate diet textures, liquid consistencies, swallowing precautions, and compensatory strategies within the SLP scope of practice.
• Select alternative or augmentative communication systems and teach patients and caregivers how to use them.
• Instruct patients in exercises and techniques to improve communication, swallowing, oral‑motor function, and respiratory support.
• Educate patients and family members on treatment goals, communication strategies, swallowing safety, and carryover techniques.
• Complete evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and other required documentation accurately and promptly.
• Participate in care conferences, team meetings, and patient progress reviews as needed.
• Communicate changes in patient condition and treatment recommendations to physicians and other members of the care team.
• Collaborate with and provide guidance to therapy staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Follow all applicable clinical, safety, regulatory, and organizational standards.

Qualifications

• Current, valid Speech‑Language Pathologist license in the state of practice.
• Graduate degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• At least one year of rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Long‑term care and/or home health experience preferred.
• Homecare Homebase experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, documentation, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Schedule

• PRN/as‑needed
• Schedule may vary based on patient needs and census.
• Local travel may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to assist with patient mobility and positioning.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 pounds, with assistance or appropriate equipment when required.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, collaborative care team
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ communication, independence, and quality of life

Job Type: PRN

License/Certification:

• Speech‑Language Pathologist license (required)
• CPR certification (required)
• Driver’s license (required)

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.