Speech Language Therapist / SLP (Home Health)

Mission Healthcare•Portland, OR

2d•$58 - $63

About The Position

Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family! Benefits for Eligible Employees Available to FT, PT and PRN: 401(k) retirement savings plan Mileage reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Additional FT Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts Disability, life, and AD&D insurance Pet insurance Pay range (depending on experience): $58-$63/hour, depending on experience Schedule/Shift: Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem Territory/Location: Vancouver, WA

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
State license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
At least one year of clinical experience in speech-language pathology (home health experience preferred).
Current BLS (CPR) certification – hands-on training required.
Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

home health experience preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough speech-language evaluations and assess the home environment to support therapy goals.
Develop and implement personalized plans of care for patients with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders.
Provide therapy using specialized techniques and equipment tailored to each patient’s needs.
Recommend appropriate communication aids and devices when necessary.
Coordinate care with referring physicians and other clinical team members.
Participate in case conferences, training sessions, and interdisciplinary meetings to ensure cohesive care delivery.
Accurately document evaluations, treatment plans, and progress in accordance with agency policies.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in speech-language pathology practices.
Identify additional needs of patients and their families and make appropriate referrals.
Educate patients, caregivers, and family members on therapy programs and goals.
Supervise home health aides when services are directly related to the speech-language plan of care.
Support overall patient care delivery through additional duties as assigned.