- Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Work-Life Balance

Interim HealthCare Inc.; Brownsville (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios

Flexible assignments

Tuition discounts

Job summary

A home health care provider is seeking a Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Brownsville, Texas, to deliver personalized speech therapy services. In this role, you'll enjoy the flexibility to manage your schedule while making a tangible difference in patients' lives. Candidates must have an active SLP license in Texas and at least one year of speech therapy experience, preferably in a home health setting. Competitive benefits, including online training and tuition discounts, are offered.

Qualifications

• Active SLP license in Texas required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in speech therapy, ideally in home healthcare.
• CPR certification necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based speech therapy to patients.
• Conduct assessments and document patient progress.
• Educate patients and families about therapy goals and self-care.

Skills

Empathy

Critical thinking

Strong communication

Education

State Applicable Education in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

in Brownsville Texas 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. If that sounds exciting, you are made for this!

Benefits

• Contract Position: no productivity stress!!
• 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, LVN, 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

• State Applicable Education in Speech-Language Pathology and active SLP license in Texas
• Minimum of 1 year of speech therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare
• CPR certification and other agency requirements as applicable rules for home health care
• 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.