Speech Therapist

Assurancehp; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 75,768 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UKG Wallet – access to earned wages before payday

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Continuing Education / Training Opportunities

Job summary

A dedicated home health service provider in Sacramento is seeking a Speech Therapist to join their team. This role involves assessing and treating patients with speech, language, and swallowing difficulties. The ideal candidate will have a valid speech therapist license, strong skills in communication and patient interaction, and a commitment to providing compassionate care. The position offers competitive pay between $55.00 and $60.00 per hour, along with excellent benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid state Speech Therapist license is required.
• Strong knowledge of techniques for various speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Experience in a Home Health setting is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are a must.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans.
• Provide direct speech therapy treatment and monitor patient progress.
• Educate patients and families on improving communication and swallowing abilities.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Skills

Speech therapy techniques

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Valid state Speech Therapist license

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC‑SLP)

Job description

Assurance Health Partners – Assurance Home Care – 2255 WATT AVE #20 – SACRAMENTO, CA 95825, USA

Are you looking for a rewarding career? We are now hiring a Speech Therapist to be the newest member of our dedicated Home Health team!

Salary Range: $55.00- $60.00 per hour

We believe in cultivating a family culture and thrive on person-centered care, while building a positive culture focused on a shared vision, trust, communication and collaboration. Our mission is to provide compassionate, quality care that focuses on the unique needs of our patients and families. We believe in teamwork, respect, appreciation, and integrity.

What Makes Us Special?

• UKG Wallet – access to earned wages before payday
• Competitive Wages!
• Great benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Continuing Education / Training Opportunities

About the Role

As a Speech Therapist, you will provide skilled speech therapy services by assessing, planning, and implementing individualized therapy programs to help improve speech, language, and swallowing abilities. You’ll work with patients to restore their communication skills and assist with eating and swallowing difficulties, all while providing compassionate, personalized care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing assessments for patients in home health settings
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans tailored to the specific needs of each patient
• Provide direct speech therapy treatment, including exercises for speech, language, and swallowing disorders
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic approach to care
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies for improving communication and swallowing abilities
• Document therapy sessions and progress notes according to home health policy and regulatory standards
• Monitor and track patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary
• Ensure all therapy activities are compliant with state and federal regulations

Must Have

• Valid state Speech Therapist license (required)
• Strong knowledge of speech therapy techniques for various conditions, including swallowing and communication disorders
• Experience in a Home Health setting (preferred but not required)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care

Nice to Have

• Experience with home health therapy services
• Familiarity with Kantime EMR or other electronic health record systems
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC‑SLP)

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Pay Transparency Statement

Compensation for roles varies depending on a wide range of factors including location, experience, skill set, and qualifications. As required by state or local law, we provide a reasonable pay scale to include the hourly or salary range we expect to pay for this role, as stated above.

Disclosure

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