Speech Language Pathologist, Home Health

CenterWell Home Health; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider specializing in home health is seeking a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist to deliver personalized therapy services to patients in their homes. Responsibilities include evaluating patient needs, developing treatment plans, and providing instruction to enhance communication skills. Ideal candidates will have a qualification in Speech Language Pathology and strong organizational skills. The position offers a salary range from $77,200 to $106,200 annually along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Experience as a speech therapist with a minimum of six months required.
• Current and unrestricted license in speech therapy.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and provide speech/language pathology service to patients.
• Participate in the development of the Plan of Treatment.
• Administer and interpret diagnostic tests.

Skills

Clinical competence in Speech Language Pathology

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Experience in Home Health

Education

Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

As a Home Health Speech Language Pathologist 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

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 and Scheduling

• Base pay range: $77,200.00/yr - $106,200.00/yr
• Pay per visit/unit: $49.00 - $69.00
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32

About Us and Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (CenterWell) offer competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off and holidays, disability, life insurance and additional opportunities.

About CenterWell Home Health

CenterWell Home Health specializes in personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers who collaborate to help patients rehabilitate, recover and regain independence.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. Humana also engages in affirmative action in compliance with applicable laws to employ and advance individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, based on valid job requirements.

Additional job details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care