Home Health Speech Language Pathologist-Per Diem
About The Position
As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, reporting to the Clinical Manager, the Home Health Speech Language Pathologist helps patients regain strength, mobility, and independence in their homes. The role delivers personalized care focused on rehabilitation and functional improvement to help patients overcome physical limitations, perform everyday activities, and improve their quality of life. The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates, directs, and provides speech/language pathology services to patients in their homes or facilities. The position participates in developing and periodically reviewing Plans of Treatment and Plans of Care; assesses and treats disorders of speech, voice, language, hearing, and swallowing; administers and interprets diagnostic tests and therapeutic treatments, including audiologic screening; and coordinates care and discharge planning. The role also trains and counsels patients, families, and healthcare staff, maintains required documentation and reports, and safeguards confidential patient information. This is a per-diem, patient-facing role requiring TB screening and participation in Humana's driver safety program. A valid state driver's license, personal vehicle liability insurance, and reliable transportation are required. The posting lists a pay-per-visit/unit rate of $54.00–$76.00. It also lists an annual pay range of $85,400–$117,500 for full-time employment; individual compensation varies based on location and job-related factors.
Requirements
- Meet the education and experience requirements for ASHA Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology.
- 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.
- Complete TB screening if selected for the role.
- Maintain personal vehicle liability insurance in accordance with applicable state minimum limits or the stated higher limits.
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 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 patients’ conditions and responses 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 required documentation, including evaluations, visit summaries, care plans, care coordination activities, and progress reports.
- Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning.
- Protect confidential information and share it only when the recipient’s right to access is established and sharing is in the patient’s best interests.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel and accident benefits
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