Speech Language Pathologist SLP Home Health (PRN)
About The Position
Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a caring and motivated PRN Home Health Speech Language Pathologist to provide individualized care to patients in their homes throughout the Ocala, Florida area, including Marion, Lake, and/or Sumter counties. The schedule is PRN, with 5–15 or more home health visits per week. The posting notes that part-time or full-time work may also be available, and that clinicians can choose when and where they work. Empath Home Health provides skilled nursing and therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home, along with personal care support. The organization was recognized as one of America's Best Home Health Providers for 2026. The position delivers speech therapy in accordance with physician orders, care plans, and regulatory standards. The clinician assesses patients, develops individualized care plans with physicians and the interdisciplinary team, educates patients and families, and provides therapeutic interventions. Empath Health describes itself as a not-for-profit healthcare organization serving communities across Florida through a connected network of care services, guided by empathy, dignity, and its mission of Full Life Care for All.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved or accredited college program meeting the educational requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech pathology or audiology granted by the American Speech and Hearing Association; alternatively, be enrolled in a qualifying program and accumulating the supervised experience required for certification.
- Active Florida SLP license.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a licensed Speech Language Pathologist.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient-education skills.
Nice To Haves
- Home health care experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled speech therapy services in accordance with physician orders, the plan of care, and regulatory standards.
- Complete initial and ongoing patient assessments, including required OASIS assessments.
- Develop individualized plans of care in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
- Educate patients and families on swallowing safety, dietary consistency, and communication strategies.
- Support cognitive, sensory-motor, language, and memory development through individualized therapeutic interventions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Retirement plan with company match.
- Wellness programs.
- 5+ weeks of paid time off.
- CEU support.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Advancement opportunities.
- Competitive pay.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
