Speech Therapist - Home Health

Reliable Home Care Providers, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Reliable Home Care Providers, Inc. is seeking a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist to provide care in patients' homes in Chicago, Illinois. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's in Speech Language Pathology, have a current state license, and possess a Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA. Responsibilities include assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing therapy to enhance communication and swallowing abilities. The position requires strong communication skills, independence, and collaboration with healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current state license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a home health setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' communication and swallowing abilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment results.
• Provide therapy to improve patients' communication and swallowing abilities.
• Educate patients and their families on communication and swallowing strategies.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for coordinated care.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA

Job description

Description

We are looking for a part-time speech therapist to join our team!

Job Description: Speech Language Pathologist in Home Health

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team and provide exceptional care to our patients in their homes. As a Speech-Language Pathologist in Home Health, you will be responsible for assessing and treating patients with communication and swallowing disorders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' communication and swallowing abilities
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment results
• Provide therapy to patients to improve their communication and swallowing abilities
• Educate patients and their families on communication and swallowing strategies
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for patients
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress and treatment plans

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Current state license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a home health setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

If you are a dedicated and compassionate speech-language pathologist looking to make a difference in the lives of patients in their homes, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.