Speech Therapist

Your Health Organization•Columbia, SC

About The Position

The Speech Therapist evaluates and treats patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across home-based, facility-based, and outpatient settings throughout assigned regions. The role works closely with interdisciplinary care teams and supports reduced hospitalizations and improved quality of life through person-centered therapy and proactive monitoring. The therapist conducts in-person visits in homes and facilities and coordinates care with providers and other clinical team members. This is a full-time, salary-based position with an 8-hour weekday schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Coverage areas listed include Savannah, Georgia, and Charleston, Myrtle Beach, and Columbia, South Carolina. The position offers the opportunity to receive a monthly bonus and vehicle allowance. The role includes assessing patients, developing and updating individualized treatment plans, monitoring and documenting progress, educating patients and caregivers, supporting transitions of care, and maintaining compliant clinical records. The Speech Therapist also coordinates with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other care professionals to align therapy with patient care plans.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
Active state license and ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP).
Strong clinical documentation, communication, and time-management skills.
Willingness to travel across assigned regions as needed.
Proficiency with technology tools and platforms for remote patient monitoring, telemedicine, and electronic medical records.
Ability to manage responsibilities and demonstrate effective leadership skills.
Good interpersonal and communication skills under all conditions and circumstances.
Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
Team orientation, ability to manage multiple responsibilities, and sound judgment.
Ability to work flexible hours and travel between offices and facilities.
Licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements and in good working order.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in adult or geriatric therapy is preferred.
Experience with neurological and cognitive impairments is a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, cognition, and swallowing.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
Perform re-evaluations and modify treatment approaches as appropriate.
Monitor and document patient progress toward goals.
Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and care coordinators.
Communicate with interdisciplinary teams to align therapy goals with care plans.
Educate patients, families, and caregivers on communication strategies and swallowing precautions.
Facilitate daily visits with providers (MD, NP, PA) to support timely communication, care coordination, and alignment on treatment plans.
Serve as a liaison between therapy services and providers by sharing updates, raising concerns, and reinforcing care plan goals.
Integrate provider input into therapy interventions and document it appropriately to maintain continuity of care.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation according to regulatory and company standards.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, licensure regulations, and billing guidelines.
Participate in quality assurance initiatives and audits as required.
Train caregivers on speech exercises, assistive communication tools, and home management strategies.
Support transitions of care by preparing discharge plans and community referrals when appropriate.
Conduct in-person patient visits in homes and facilities across assigned regions.