Speech Therapist (SLP) - Home Health
Adaptive Home Health · Crosby, TX · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$100k–$130k/yrFull-time
About the role
Own outcomes, not just visits. You are accountable for the patient’s SLP plan, progression, and functional outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Complete comprehensive in-home SLP evaluations and deliver skilled SLP visits.
- Assess and treat (as ordered/clinically indicated): Aphasia and other communication disorders, Cognitive-communication impairment (attention, memory, executive function) impacting safety and independence, Dysphagia screening/assessment and swallow safety education (within home health scope and orders).
- Build and execute a clear plan of care with measurable, functional goals.
- Drive multidisciplinary coordination: communicate changes in condition, align on orders, and keep the care team moving.
- Coach patients/caregivers with practical strategies and routines that actually get done.
- Document promptly and thoroughly.
Requirements
- Active Texas SLP license (in good standing)
- Strong clinical reasoning and ability to operate independently in the field
- Comfort identifying red flags and escalating changes in condition to RN/MD
- Strong caregiver education skills (teach-back, carryover planning)
- Strong communication and documentation
- Reliable follow-through on orders, frequencies, and patient goals
- Current driver’s license and comfort with daily travel across assigned territory
Compensation
Compensation Range: $100K - $130K