Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health
Reno, NV
Mission Home Health of Carson City – Rehab /
Per Diem /
Hybrid
Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Home Health
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our home health team. The SLP is responsible for implementing standards of care in speech-language pathology and leveraging community resources to support individuals and families in achieving improved communication and swallowing outcomes in their homes and communities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations and assess home environments to support speech and language function.
- Develop individualized care plans based on identified speech-language deficits.
- Deliver evidence-based speech therapy using specialized techniques and/or equipment.
- Recommend communication aids or devices when appropriate.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care.
- Participate in case conferences, in-service training, and other meetings as required.
- Document treatment plans, progress notes, and outcomes in accordance with agency policy.
- Maintain clinical competency in current speech-language pathology practices.
- Identify and refer patients/families to other services when needs are outside the SLP scope.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment protocols and strategies.
- Supervise home health aides when duties relate to the speech-language therapy plan of care.
- Perform additional duties as needed to support patient care and agency operations.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program, including internship, or as required by state regulations.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
- Active state license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Minimum of one year of clinical experience in speech-language pathology.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent organizational abilities.
- Current hands-on BLS (CPR) certification.
Travel Requirements:
This is a travel-based position. Candidates must have:
- A valid driver’s license
- Active auto insurance meeting state minimum requirements
- A reliable, operational vehicle
$65 - $75 an hour
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Equal Opportunity:
We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Accessibility Commitment:
We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the employment process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best meet your needs.
Inclusion Efforts:
We continually work to enhance our practices by actively combating discrimination and advancing fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply and join us in our mission to diversify our team and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every employee is given the opportunity to thrive.
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Mission Healthcare values your voice. We believe in maintaining a dialogue about diversity and inclusion within our teams and welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas. Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and a culture where everyone belongs.
