Speech Language Therapist / SLP (Home Health)

About the role

Mission Healthcare is a leading provider of home health and hospice services in the western United States. Our mission is to provide compassionate, accountable, respectful, and excellent care to our patients and their families. Joining our team means contributing to the well-being of our people and growing your career in a collaborative and committed environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough speech-language evaluations and assess the home environment to support therapy goals.
• Develop and implement personalized plans of care for patients with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders.
• Provide therapy using specialized techniques and equipment tailored to each patient’s needs.
• Recommend appropriate communication aids and devices when necessary.
• Cookout care with referring physicians and other clinical team members.
• Participate in case conferences, training sessions, and interdisciplinary meetings to ensure cohesive care delivery.
• Accurately document evaluations, treatment plans, and progress in accordance with agency policies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in speech-language pathology practices.
• Identify additional needs of patients and their families and make appropriate referrals.
• Educate patients, caregivers, and family members on therapy programs and goals.
• Supervise home health aides when services are directly related to the speech-language plan of care.
• Support overall patient care delivery through additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• State license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• At least one year of clinical experience in speech-language pathology (home health experience preferred).
• Current BLS (CPR) certification – hands-on training required.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• State license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• One year of clinical experience in speech-language pathology (home health experience preferred).
• Current BLS (CPR) certification – hands-on training required.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Skills

• Thorough evaluation and assessment skills.
• Specialized therapeutic techniques and equipment.
• Effective communication and education skills.
• Collaborative teamwork and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Documentation and record-keeping proficiency.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees regularly scheduled 30+ hours per week.
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts.
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Pay

• Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

• Hybrid work schedule available.

Contact

To learn more about Mission Healthcare's mission and values, or to apply for this position, please visit our website or contact us directly.