HH Speech Therapist SLP

VitalCaring Group • Clinton, OK

4d • Onsite

About The Position

VitalCaring is seeking a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in their homes. The role focuses on restoring communication, cognition, and swallowing function and helping patients regain confidence and independence. It is a field-based position involving one-on-one care, independent day management, and collaboration with clinical leadership and interdisciplinary teams.

The SLP provides personalized, evidence-based care, develops individualized plans, assesses home environments, educates patients and caregivers, monitors outcomes, and coordinates care with physicians and other team members. The position requires accurate, timely documentation in the EMR and participation in case conferences and discharge planning.

Requirements

• Master’s or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current SLP license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience; home health experience is preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Comfort with a field-based role and travel between patient homes.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
• Experience in home health or community-based care.
• Confidence managing swallowing (dysphagia) and cognitive-communication disorders.
• Ability to adapt treatment plans to real-life home environments.
• Strong collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.
• A balance of clinical expertise, compassion, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing function.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care to improve communication, cognition, and safety.
• Provide therapeutic interventions using evidence-based techniques and specialized tools.
• Assess the home environment and recommend adaptive equipment or communication aids.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, compensatory strategies, and safety techniques.
• Monitor patient progress, reassess as needed, and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Identify changes in condition and communicate proactively with physicians and the care team.
• Document all care accurately and timely within the EMR.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in case conferences, discharge planning, and ongoing care coordination.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Pharmacy benefits.
• Virtual care and mental health support.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Supplemental health and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee referral program.
• Prepaid legal services.
• Identity theft protection.
• Generous paid time off.
• Pet insurance.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level