Speech Pathologist - Home Health

Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (This is a PRN position, so hours are flexible with leader's pre-approval.)

The Speech Pathologist - Home Health delivers patient-centered speech-language pathology services in the home by conducting comprehensive assessments of communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing; developing and updating a physician-directed plan of care; and providing evidence-based interventions. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, educates patients and caregivers, monitors progress and outcomes, and ensures high-quality, safe care and an exceptional patient experience.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Makes home visits for patients requiring home health speech therapy and assumes responsibility for ongoing interdisciplinary assessment
• Performs initial and comprehensive assessments; conducts evaluations to identify language, swallowing, cognition, and memory deficits
• Develops and implements speech therapy interventions based on evaluation; oversees use of treatment modalities and communication devices/aids
• Provides services ordered by the physician per the plan of care; obtains and documents physician orders; notifies physicians of condition changes
• Develops, implements, and continuously updates a plan of care with measurable outcomes; includes the patient, representative, and caregiver in care planning; communicates revisions to all involved practitioners
• Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling and education per the plan of care, promoting independence in treatment, disease management, equipment use and safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and understanding of the plan of care
• Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation and time/travel entries; receives, relays, and documents verbal orders in accordance with regulations
• Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners to support coordinated care

Qualifications

Education

Master's degree in speech-language pathology.

Licensure/Certifications

• LSPIA - State licensure where providing services
• Driver's License
• Auto Insurance

Experience

1-year experience caring for similar patient population as to be assigned.

We're excited to meet you! If this sounds like the right fit, don't wait! Apply today. We look forward to hearing from you!