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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) (ST) - Home Health - PRN

Houston, USAOn-sitePosted 1 month ago

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Job type
Part-time
Work mode
On-site
Level
Not listed
Department
Healthcare
Experience
1+ year experience
Posted
Aug 18, 2026

About the role

What You’ll Do

As a Home Health SLP, you’ll lead the evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders:

  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing function
  • Develop and implement individualized plans of care to improve communication, cognition, and safety
  • Provide therapeutic interventions using evidence-based techniques and specialized tools
  • Assess the home environment and recommend adaptive equipment or communication aids
  • Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, compensatory strategies, and safety techniques
  • Monitor patient progress, reassess as needed, and adjust treatment plans accordingly
  • Identify changes in condition and communicate proactively with physicians and the care team
  • Document all care accurately and timely within the EMR
  • Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care
  • Participate in case conferences, discharge planning, and ongoing care coordination

What We’re Looking For

  • Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology
  • Current SLP license in the state of practice
  • Minimum of 1 year clinical experience (home health preferred)
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
  • Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently
  • Excellent communication and patient education skills
  • Comfortable in a field-based role with travel between patient homes
  • Current CPR certification
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

What Sets You Apart

  • Experience in home health or community-based care
  • Confidence managing swallowing (dysphagia) and cognitive-communication disorders
  • Ability to adapt treatment plans to real-life home environments
  • Strong collaboration across interdisciplinary teams
  • A balance of clinical expertise, compassion, and accountability