Speech Therapist - Full Time

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice in the United States is seeking a Speech Therapist to provide quality patient care under physician orders. Responsibilities include assessments, treatments, care planning, and coordination with the healthcare team.

The role requires a Master’s in SLP, an unrestricted SLP license, CPR, valid driver’s license, and ideally acute care experience. This full-time position offers the opportunity to educate families and support discharge planning in a compassionate

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology (ASHA-accredited).
• Unrestricted SLP license for the practice state(s).
• Current CPR certification.
• Preferred: at least one year of recent experience in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed Speech Therapy services.
• Develop and implement evaluation reports, plans of care, and document patient progress.
• Coordinate with healthcare team, physicians, and families, including discharge planning.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure effective communication among staff and families.
• Serve as a resource for clinical staff and provide feedback on patient needs and progress.

Skills

Clinical communication

Team collaboration

CPR certification

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Unrestricted SLP license

CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Position Overview

The Speech Therapist is responsible for providing quality patient care based on physician orders. Key duties include conducting assessments, administering treatments and therapies, care planning, coordinating with the healthcare team, managing supplies, handling emergencies, and educating family members.

Core Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed Speech Therapy services.
• Develop and implement evaluation reports, plans of care, and document patient progress.
• Coordinate with healthcare team, physicians, and families, including discharge planning.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure effective communication among staff and families.
• Serve as a resource for clinical staff and provide feedback on patient needs and progress.

Qualifications & Skills

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited institution.
• Unrestricted SLP license for the practice state(s).
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Preferred: at least one year of recent experience in an acute care setting.

Additional Requirements

• Compliance with health regulations, including vaccinations and testing, as mandated by jurisdiction.