Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist, SLP

AdvisaCare

Home Health Speech-Language Pathologist providing one-on-one therapy to patients in their homes. Join AdvisaCare to restore communication and improve quality of life in Michigan communities.

Posted 6/30/2026part-timeDetroit • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting speech-language evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans while ensuring compliance with CMS standards. Proficient in educating patients and caregivers on communication strategies and adaptive tools to support functional recovery.

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Speech-Language EvaluationIndividualized Treatment PlansCMS CompliancePatient EducationInterdisciplinary Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Speech-Language PathologyCognitive AssessmentSwallowing EvaluationEvidence-Based InterventionsHome Exercise Programs

Soft Skills

Clinical JudgmentCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Michigan Speech-Language Pathologist License

Industry Keywords

Home Health ExperienceCMS Conditions of ParticipationPatient Progress MonitoringCaregiver EducationFunctional Independence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations to assess communication, cognitive, and swallowing needs; develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based interventions, and monitor patient progress.
Deliver skilled speech therapy services in accordance with physician orders and the CMS Conditions of Participation (CoPs).
Maintain timely, accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with CMS, payer, and agency standards.
Collaborate with patients, caregivers, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to optimize communication, cognition, swallowing, safety, and functional independence.
Educate patients and caregivers on communication strategies, swallowing precautions, cognitive techniques, adaptive tools, and individualized Home Exercise Programs (HEPs) to support functional recovery.
Reassess patient progress, modify treatment plans as appropriate, and communicate changes to the care team.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
Current Michigan Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license in good standing.
Home health experience preferred (minimum one year).
Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and current auto insurance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay with weekly payroll
Flexible scheduling for better work-life balance
Medical benefits for employees working 30+ hours/week
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) eligibility
Paid orientation and onboarding
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
Supportive, team-focused culture with meaningful work