Speech Language Pathologist SLP
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Speech Language Pathologist provides skilled in-home evaluation and treatment for speech, language, cognition, voice, and swallowing disorders. The role partners with patients, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to improve communication, safety, independence, and quality of life through personalized care. The position provides assessment and treatment for adults and may include aural rehabilitation for people who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for people with severe expressive or language comprehension disorders. Other duties may be assigned. The employer describes an environment that offers clear direction, performance recognition, and development opportunities for other roles. Salary ranges from $67,048 to $100,572 annually based on full-time employment, with pay determined by factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Current, unencumbered license to practice speech pathology in the state assigned.
- Current Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).
- Completed graduate coursework and clinical practicum at a college or university whose program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA).
- Current CPR certification.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience in Speech Pathology.
Responsibilities
- Prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive communication, and swallowing disorders in adults.
- Provide aural rehabilitation for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders.
- Work with patients, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to improve communication, safety, independence, and quality of life through personalized care.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401(k) contribution
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Job Type
Full-time
