Speech Therapist, SLP - Home Health - FT

VitalCaring Group; Bertram (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Annual PTO & CE reimbursement

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services

Job summary

VitalCaring seeks a Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, focusing on speech, language, cognition, and swallowing. The role emphasizes autonomy and collaboration with a dedicated care team.

You will deliver individualized plans, monitor progress, and adjust treatment as needed, while traveling between patient homes to provide compassionate, evidence‑based care.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current SLP license in the state of practice.
• CCC‑SLP preferred.
• At least 1 year clinical experience; home health preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and independent work ability.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Comfortable traveling between patient homes.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing function.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care to improve communication, cognition, and safety.
• Provide therapeutic interventions using evidence‑based techniques.
• Assess the home environment and recommend adaptive equipment or communication aids.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, compensatory strategies, and safety.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Home health

Travel

Education

Master's or Doctoral in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives!

At VitalCaring, we don’t just provide care—we help patients reconnect, communicate, and live more independently in the place they call home.

As a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) , you play a critical role in restoring communication, cognition, and swallowing function—helping patients regain confidence and improve quality of life after illness or injury.

This is a role for an SLP who thrives in a field-based, one‑on‑one care environment , values autonomy, and is passionate about delivering meaningful, measurable outcomes.

Why Choose VitalCaring?

Make a Meaningful Impact

Deliver personalized care that directly improves communication, safety, and independence.

Autonomy with Support

Manage your day independently with strong clinical leadership and collaborative support behind you.

Patient‑Centered Care

Focus on one‑on‑one treatment in the home—where progress is most meaningful.

Growth & Development

Be part of a team that invests in your clinical development and long‑term success.

What You’ll Do

As a Home Health SLP, you’ll lead the evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing function
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care to improve communication, cognition, and safety
• Provide therapeutic interventions using evidence‑based techniques and specialized tools
• Assess the home environment and recommend adaptive equipment or communication aids
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, compensatory strategies, and safety techniques
• Monitor patient progress, reassess as needed, and adjust treatment plans accordingly
• Identify changes in condition and communicate proactively with physicians and the care team
• Document all care accurately and timely within the EMR
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care
• Participate in case conferences, discharge planning, and ongoing care coordination

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech‑Language Pathology
• Current SLP license in the state of practice
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience (home health preferred)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP) preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Comfortable in a field‑based role with travel between patient homes
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

What Sets You Apart

• Experience in home health or community‑based care
• Confidence managing swallowing (dysphagia) and cognitive‑communication disorders
• Ability to adapt treatment plans to real‑life home environments
• Strong collaboration across interdisciplinary teams
• A balance of clinical expertise, compassion, and accountability

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Virtual care and mental health support
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Supplemental health and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee referral program
• Prepaid legal services
• Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

• Generous paid time off
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

At VitalCaring, our values - trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called - guide every interaction.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job‑related qualifications, skills, and business needs.