About the role
Description
- Join the Life Care Home Health Family!
- Life Care Home Health proudly serves patients across
- Texas, Florida, Nevada, and Georgia , providing skilled nursing, therapy, home health, hospice, palliative care, and private duty services.
Why Join Us?
Nestmed AI Scribe
- Spend less time charting and more time caring for patients
Competitive pay
Health, life, and 401(k) benefits
Flexible scheduling
Continuing education and career growth opportunities
Supportive, family-oriented team culture
Make a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility and independence of home health.
Position Summary
As a
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
, you will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans for patients experiencing speech, language, cognitive, hearing, and swallowing disorders. You'll collaborate with physicians, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to help patients achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients and determine therapy needs
- Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care
- Provide speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing therapy
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation
- Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team
- Participate in case conferences and collaborate with the care team
- Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and payer requirements
- Maintain professional competency through continuing education
- Follow infection control and safety guidelines
Requirements
Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in a clinical setting
Home health experience preferred
Education
Master's or Doctorate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college or university
Licensure & Certifications
Current Speech Language Pathologist license in good standing
Current CPR certification
Valid driver's license
Reliable transportation with current auto liability insurance
Skills
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Sound clinical judgment and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Physical & Work Environment
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required
- Ability to meet deadlines and respond to patient needs in a fast-paced environment
- Work primarily in patients' homes under varying environmental conditions
- Ability to travel locally and maintain a flexible schedule
- May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and varying weather conditions
Patient Population
Provides care to patients of all ages in a home health setting
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Join a team that's committed to compassionate care, clinical excellence, and supporting your professional growth.
Apply today!