Speech Pathologist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Meet the education and experience requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology granted by ASHA.
• At least six months of experience as a speech therapist/speech-language pathologist.
• Current and unrestricted license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Maintain personal vehicle liability insurance at the applicable state minimum or the specified coverage limits, whichever is higher.

Nice To Haves

• Home Health experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, direct, and provide speech/language pathology services to patients in their homes or facilities.
• Participate in the development and periodic review of the Plan of Treatment and Plan of Care.
• Assess and treat disorders of speech, voice, language, hearing, and swallowing to prevent, identify, evaluate, and minimize their effects.
• Administer and interpret diagnostic tests and therapeutic treatments, including audiologic screening.
• Observe, record, and report changes in patients’ conditions and responses to treatment to a supervisor and/or physician.
• Instruct and train patients in the use of alternative communication systems when appropriate.
• Provide counsel and instruction to patients, families, and healthcare staff.
• Maintain and submit documentation required by the Company and/or facility.
• Prepare and submit reports of evaluations, visits, summaries, care plans, care coordination activities, and progress as required by Company policy.
• Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning.
• Maintain professional conduct regarding confidential information and share it only when the recipient’s right to access is established and sharing is in the patient’s best interests.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off, company holidays, and personal holidays.
• Paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Additional opportunities and benefits supporting whole-person well-being.