Speech Therapist

AccordCare & Family of Companies • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

AccordCare Home Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to join its clinical team. The role delivers medically prescribed, goal-oriented therapy to home health patients, assessing and treating speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders to support greater independence and quality of life. The position serves Orange, Osceola, Brevard, and Seminole Counties and involves regular travel to patient homes and care facilities. The therapist collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, documents care in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements, and follows agency policies, accreditation standards, and state and federal regulations. The role requires screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Active SLP license in the state of practice, in good standing.
• Knowledge of state practice acts, ACHC standards, and home health documentation requirements.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong communication, clinical judgment, and documentation skills.
• Ability to travel regularly to patient homes and care facilities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, assist with patient transfers, and respond quickly in emergency situations.
• Must complete screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one year of experience in a home health or medical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized Plans of Care in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve speech, language, cognition, and swallowing functions.
• Continuously evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
• Document care accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Communicate with patients, families, physicians, and care teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and quality initiatives.
• Adhere to agency policies, accreditation standards, and state and federal regulations.
• Follow universal precautions and infection control procedures and use required personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Supportive environment with training and support.
• Focus on employee work-life balance.
• Collaborative team committed to patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time