Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Solano CountyAmerican Hospice and Home Health Care • Fairfield, California, United States
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Solano County
American Hospice and Home Health Care
- Fairfield, California, United States
- Fairfield, California, United States
Über
Perform comprehensive speech, language, voice, swallowing, and cognition assessments in the patient's home. Review medical records, labs, diagnostics, and collaborate with nursing to incorporate patient history. Evaluate the home environment to support therapy success (safety, assistive devices, caregiver support). Identify patient, family, and caregiver needs, preferences, and goals.
Treatment Planning & Implementation
Develop individualized, measurable therapy plans aligned with patient goals, family input, and physician orders. Provide direct skilled therapy (speech, language, swallowing, cognitive) to patients. Adjust therapy plans based on patient response and progress. Instruct and train caregivers on carryover strategies and home exercises. Coordinate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, OT, PT, CNAs) to align therapy with overall care plan using google workspace applications and EMR system, known as HomeHealthMD.
Documentation & Compliance
Complete evaluations, treatment notes, progress notes, re-evaluations, and discharge documentation per agency policy and regulatory timelines (48 hours). Document all therapy contacts, missed sessions, cancellations, and outcomes accurately. Record therapy elements that support billing, justification, and compliance. Communicate changes in patient status or plan to physicians and care team.
Communication & Collaboration
Participate in care team meetings, case discussions, and interdisciplinary conferences. Report therapeutic findings, recommendations, and concerns to physicians, nursing, and leadership. Provide clear, respectful, and timely communication with patients, families, caregivers, and staff.
Additional Duties
May cover on-call therapy as needed according to agency policy if both parties agree. Assist in scheduling, travel coordination, and therapy resource management. Maintain continuing education and fulfill licensure / competency requirements.
Licenses & Requirements
Valid Speech-Language Pathologist license in California Minimum 1 year of experience in home health therapy, outpatient, hospital, or similar setting preferred Certification with ASHA (CCC-SLP) or relevant credential Current CPR / BLS certification Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and appropriate insurance Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
Work Location & Travel
Home visits across the counties that the therapist chooses. Must be able to travel among patient homes Flexible scheduling (full-time or part-time options; remote documentation work between visits)
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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