Home Health Speech Language Pathologist-Per Diem

CenterWell•Pensacola, FL

About The Position

As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, the Home Health Speech Language Pathologist reports to the Clinical Manager and delivers personalized rehabilitation and functional improvement services to patients in their homes or facilities. The role evaluates, directs, and provides speech-language pathology services to help patients regain independence and improve quality of life. The position is per diem, with scheduled weekly hours listed as 1. The role requires patient-facing work and participation in Humana’s TB screening program. It is also subject to Humana’s driver safety program and requires a valid state driver’s license and personal vehicle liability insurance meeting applicable minimum requirements. Applicants working from Florida locations are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. The stated pay range is $54.00–$76.00 per visit/unit and $85,400–$117,500 per year in base pay. Humana notes that compensation may vary by geographic location and job-related skills, knowledge, experience, education, and certifications. Per diem associates may receive benefits including paid time off, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, and business travel and accident coverage.

Requirements

At least six months of experience as a speech therapist or speech-language pathologist.
Current and unrestricted license.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Home Health experience.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, direct, and provide speech-language pathology services to patients in the home or a facility.
Participate in developing and periodically reviewing the Plan of Treatment and Plan of Care.
Assess and treat disorders of speech, voice, language, hearing, and swallowing using professional skills and judgment, to prevent, identify, evaluate, and minimize their effects.
Administer and interpret diagnostic tests and therapeutic treatments, including audiologic screening.
Observe, record, and report changes in a patient's condition and response to treatment to a supervisor and/or physician.
Instruct and train patients in the use of alternative communication systems when appropriate.
Provide counsel and instruction to patients, families, and healthcare staff.
Maintain and submit documentation required by the company and/or facility.
Prepare written reports of evaluations, visits, summaries, care plans, care coordination activities, and progress reports as required by company policy.
Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning.
Protect confidential information and share it only when the recipient's right to access is clearly established and sharing is in the patient's best interests.