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Home Health Speech Language Pathologist

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $54.00 - $76.00
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid Time Off
Paid parental leave
short-term disability
long-term disability
Life insurance

Job Description

CenterWell Home Health is a dedicated home healthcare provider specializing in delivering personalized, comprehensive care to patients managing chronic conditions or recovering from injury, illness, surgery, or hospitalization. As part of Humana Inc., a leading healthcare services business, CenterWell is committed to offering integrated and differentiated healthcare experiences that prioritize patient-centered care. The company employs a multidisciplinary team including nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers, all working collaboratively to help patients rehabilitate, recover, and regain their independence in the comfort of their own homes. CenterWell stands out in the home health industry due to its holistic approach to patient care, focusing not only on the physical recovery of patients but also addressing their emotional and social wellness. With a strong emphasis on accessibility, quality, and personalized health solutions, CenterWell is a trusted name for home health services across the communities it serves.

The Home Health Speech Language Pathologist role at CenterWell Home Health plays a critical role in delivering rehabilitative care tailored to each patient's unique needs. Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, this position involves evaluating, directing, and providing speech and language pathology services to patients within their home or facility settings. Speech Language Pathologists at CenterWell utilize their expertise in diagnosing and treating disorders related to speech, voice, language, hearing, and swallowing. This role requires administering diagnostic tests, interpreting results, and applying appropriate therapeutic treatments, including audiologic screenings. Additionally, the specialist works closely with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care coordination and effective discharge planning. Documentation and reporting are essential aspects of the role, requiring meticulous preparation and submission of treatment plans, evaluations, and progress reports. Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to the highest professional standards are paramount responsibilities.

This position offers a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week with an estimated annual salary range of $85,400 to $117,500, reflecting geographic location and experience. Clinicians receive pay on a per-visit/unit rate basis, ranging from $54.00 to $76.00 per visit. The role also involves participation in Humana's tuberculosis screening and driver safety programs, reinforcing the company's commitment to patient and employee safety. CenterWell provides competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, disability insurance, and life insurance, supporting the holistic well-being of its staff. This position requires a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation, current CPR certification, and an active, unrestricted speech language pathologist license.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum six months experience as a speech therapist / speech language pathologist
  • Current and unrestricted license
  • Current CPR certification
  • A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum six months experience as a speech therapist / speech language pathologist
  • Current and unrestricted license
  • Current CPR certification

Job Duties

  • 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
  • Use 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 audiologic 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 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 concerning information that is confidential in nature

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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