Speech Language Pathologist SLP Home Health PRN
About The Position
Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a compassionate PRN Home Health SLP (Speech Language Pathologist) to work with our Home Health team to deliver individualized care to patients in their homes in the Venice, FL and surrounding area. Empath Home Health delivers high-quality, outcomes-driven care trusted by patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Empath Home Health provides skilled nursing and therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home, along with personal care support that assists with daily needs as part of a seamless continuum of care.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved/accredited college program that meets the educational requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech pathology or audiology granted by the American Speech and Hearing Association; or enrolled in a program that meets the educational requirements for certification and in the process of accumulating the supervised experience required for certification.
- Active Florida SLP license
Nice To Haves
- Home health care experience preferred
- Experience using Homecare Homebase (HCHB) EMR is a plus
Responsibilities
- Perform initial and ongoing assessments, including OASIS assessments at appropriate time points, to identify the client’s level of functioning, swallowing, and communication ability.
- Develop a plan of care in consultation with the physician and other care team members.
- Instruct patient and families on proper consistency of food to maintain nutritional intake and prevent complications of swallowing disorders.
- Instruct patients and families on using special educational strategies and techniques to improve sensory-motor development, perception, memory, language, and cognition.
- Prepares clinical and progress notes of services provided, patient activities and condition and submit in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless, holistic care
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling and manageable caseloads
- Strong interdisciplinary support
- Growth potential: several roles could expand to full-time as the market grows!
- Meaningful, patient-centered care in the comfort of patients’ homes
- Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
