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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health Care
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$82,000 / year median in Michigan
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Compensation:
$85 per completed 1-hour patient visitKey Responsibilities:
Evaluate patients to determine speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing deficits. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and physician orders. Provide skilled speech therapy interventions in the home setting. Monitor patient progress and revise treatment plans as needed to achieve established goals. Educate patients, family members, and caregivers regarding treatment plans, safety techniques, communication strategies, and home exercise programs. Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation. Complete required assessments, evaluations, progress notes, recertifications, and discharge summaries. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. Participate in case conferences and interdisciplinary care planning activities. Identify changes in patient condition and communicate findings to the appropriate healthcare provider. Promote patient independence, safety, and quality of life.Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program Current Speech Therapist (SLT) license in the State of Michigan Minimum of one (1) year of experience preferred (home health or clinical setting) Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance Ability to meet physical demands including lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally. CPR certification preferredWhy Join Us:
Flexible Scheduling:
Shape your daily schedule around your personal life and achieve a genuine work-life balance.Supportive Team Environment:
Work independently in the field while staying connected to a deeply collaborative team. Opportunity to Make aDirect Impact:
Experience the reward of treating patients 1:1 in their own environment, where you can see the direct results of your care. About OakMed Home Nursing & Rehabilitation OakMed West specializes in providing high-quality in-home healthcare services for patients throughout the greater Grand Rapids area. Our mission is to deliver compassionate care while supporting healthcare professionals with a flexible and supportive work environment. #EXTMONTHLYBenefits
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Dental Insurance