Home Health Speech Therapist
About The Position
Capitol View Home Health Care is seeking compassionate and motivated Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) / Speech Therapists for PRN home health opportunities throughout Washington, DC. Speech therapy at home isn't just about words. It's helping someone communicate with their family after a stroke. Helping a patient safely enjoy a meal again. Strengthening memory and cognitive skills after an illness or hospitalization. Giving someone the tools and confidence to express what they need. That's the difference you can make in home health. If you're looking for flexible PRN opportunities with meaningful one-on-one patient care, we want to hear from you.
Requirements
- Active Washington, DC Speech-Language Pathologist License Required
- Master's degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Strong assessment and treatment skills
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities
- Ability to work independently in patients' homes
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel between assigned patient locations
Nice To Haves
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) Preferred
- Home Health Experience Preferred, but Not Required
Responsibilities
- Complete comprehensive speech and language evaluations in patients' homes
- Assess communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals
- Provide treatment for speech, language, voice, and communication disorders
- Evaluate and treat dysphagia and swallowing difficulties
- Address cognitive-communication challenges involving memory, attention, problem-solving, and executive functioning
- Help patients develop strategies to improve functional communication
- Provide patient-specific exercises and therapeutic interventions
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on communication and swallowing strategies
- Monitor progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate
- Complete reassessments and discharge planning
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, PTs, OTs, MSWs, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
- Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
Benefits
- Competitive PRN Compensation
- Flexible Scheduling
- Patient Opportunities Throughout Washington, DC
- Choose Areas That Work Best for You
- Build Your Caseload Around Your Availability
- One-on-One Patient Care
- Supportive Clinical Leadership
- Consistent Patient Opportunities
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- Independence in Managing Your Day
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
