Home Health Speech Language Pathologist

CenterWell Primary Care

$85K — $117K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology by ASHA
  • Minimum of six months experience as a speech therapist or speech language pathologist
  • Home Health experience is preferred
  • Current and unrestricted state license
  • Current CPR certification
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and deliver speech/language pathology services to patients in their homes or facilities
  • Develop and periodically review the Plan of Treatment and Plan of Care with the healthcare team
  • Assess and treat speech, voice, language, hearing, and swallowing disorders using professional skills
  • Administer diagnostic tests and therapeutic interventions, including audiology screening
  • Document and report changes in patients' conditions to supervisors and physicians
  • Train patients in alternative communication systems when applicable
  • Maintain accurate records and reports as per company policy and facilitate care coordination

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Employee assistance program
  • Business travel and accident insurance
Full Job Description
As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, you'll play a vital role in helping patients regain strength, mobility and independence-all from the comfort of their homes. By delivering personalized care that focuses on rehabilitation and functional improvement, you'll empower individuals to overcome physical limitations, perform everyday activities with confidence and enjoy a better quality of life. As a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, you will: - Evaluate, direct and provide speech/language pathology service to patients in the home or facility - Participate in the development and periodic review of the Plan of Treatment and Plan of Care. - Utilize professional skills and judgment in assessing and treating disorders of speech, voice, language, hearing and swallowing to prevent, identify, evaluate and minimize the effects of such disorders and conditions. - Administer and interpret diagnostic tests and applications of therapeutic treatments including audio logic screening. - Observe, record and report changes in the patient's condition and response to treatment to supervisor and/or the physician. - Provide instruction and training to patients in use of alternative communication systems when appropriate. - Provide counsel and instruction to patients, families and healthcare staff. - Maintain and submit documentation as required by the Company and/or facility. Prepare and submit timely written reports of evaluations, visits, summaries, care plans, care coordination activities and progress reports as required by Company policy. - Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning. - Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct in relation to information that is confidential in nature. Share information only when the recipient's right to access is clearly established and the sharing of such information is clearly in the best interests of the patient. - Attend, participate in and/or conduct internal staff development programs, obtain continuing education as required by Company policy, regulation. Use your skills to make an impact Required Experience/Skills: - Meet the education and experience requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology granted by ASHA - Minimum of six months experience as a speech therapist / speech language pathologist - Home Health experience a plus - Current and unrestricted license - Current CPR certification - Good organizational and communication skills - A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required. Pay Range • $54.00 - $76.00 pay per visit/unit • $85,400 - $117,500 per year base pay Scheduled Weekly Hours 1 Pay Range The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc. $85,400 - $117,500 per year Description of Benefits Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers benefits for limited term, variable schedule and per diem associates which are designed to support whole-person well-being. Among these benefits, Humana provides paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee assistance program, business travel and accident.

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