Speech Therapist, SLP - Home Health - PRN

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and H

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

VitalCaring is seeking a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to lead evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in the home setting.

Enjoy autonomy with strong clinical leadership and collaborative support as you deliver personalized, evidence-based care focused on meaningful outcomes in patients’ homes.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech‑Language Pathology.
• Current SLP license in the state of practice.
• CCC‑SLP certification preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Willingness to travel between patient homes.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care to improve communication, cognition, and safety.
• Provide therapeutic interventions using evidence-based techniques.
• Assess home environment and recommend adaptive equipment or communication aids.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and safety techniques.
• Monitor progress, reassess, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Document care accurately and timely within the EMR.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams for coordinated care.
• Participate in case conferences and discharge planning.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication with patients

Travel to patient homes

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current SLP license in the state of practice

Job description

Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives!

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Home Health

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

Benefits

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Pharmacy benefits

Virtual care and mental health support

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Supplemental health and life insurance

Financial & Protection

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

Generous paid time off

Pet insurance

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.