What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist for Home Health Care position at Interim HealthCare?
Home Health Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Job Opportunity
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Status: Part-Time; Minimum Expectation of 5 visits or 10 hours per week
Visit rates: $75 - $125 per visit
About the Role:
Care for patients in a therapy career that offers work-life balance. As a Home Health SLP with Interim HealthCare, you will play a vital role in patient restoration while enjoying the freedom and flexibility to order your own schedule.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide home-based speech therapy to patients experiencing communication, swallowing, or cognitive difficulties due to illness or injury.
- Work as part of a home health team consisting of an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT, and OT, focused on patient care plans and goals.
- Observe and evaluate patient ability to communicate, swallow, and process information.
- Conduct patient assessments, document progress, and ensure patient goals are met.
- Assist with mouth, breathing, and swallowing exercises, fluency, articulation, and reading.
- Educate patients and families on therapy plans, safety practices, and self-care.
Requirements:
- A Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology and active SLP license in Colorado.
- A minimum of one year of speech therapy experience, preferably in home healthcare.
- CPR Certification is required.
- No Covid Vaccination Requirement.
- Pass a background check and drug test.
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
- Good clinical judgment, critical thinking skills, strong communication, empathy, and compassion.
Why Choose Interim HealthCare?
Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is a leading employer of Home Health Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs). With over 300 offices nationwide, our commitment is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values therapists and prioritizes patient care.
Salary : $75 - $125