Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health - Full Time
About The Position
Speech-Language Pathologists evaluate and provide skilled speech-language therapy to individuals in a home setting under the care of an attending physician. Home settings may include single-family or multi-family homes, assisted living, independent living, or memory care. The SLP evaluates and treats patients with language impairments, motor speech disorders, dysphagia, cognitive communication difficulties, voice disorders, and needs for alternative or augmentative communication. SLPs may often work with patients who have experienced a stroke and those with progressive diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and dementia.
Requirements
- Currently licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the state of employment.
- Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
- Must possess automobile liability insurance.
- Must wear seat belts at all times while driving.
- Must have dependable transportation kept in good working condition.
- Must be able to drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients in a home setting under the care of an attending physician.
- Provide skilled speech-language therapy to patients in home-based settings.
- Evaluate and treat language impairments, motor speech disorders, dysphagia, cognitive communication difficulties, and voice disorders.
- Evaluate and treat patients requiring alternative or augmentative communication.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off for full-time employees
- 401(k) matching
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Supplemental insurance options
- Flexible spending accounts
- Incentive bonus opportunities
- Continuing education and scholarship opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
