Speech Therapist (ST), Home Health (Per-Diem)
Company: Assisted Home Health & Hospice
Location: Fillmore
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Assisted is an exciting place to be right now as we are
experiencing tremendous growth! We are looking for a Per-Diem
Speech Therapist to cover our Ojai and Fillmore areas. Visit Pay
Rates: $146 per/Start of Care $101 per/Evaluation $91 per/Routine
Assisted offers great and rewarding career opportunities, making a
difference in the lives of people. Join our team and love what you
do! Help others. Make a difference. Be proud. Assisted Offers Our
Employees a Unique Employment Package: Affordable medical, dental
and vision benefits package. Company matched 401K (up to 6% of your
annual salary can be matched) A very generous referral bonus – earn
up to $600* per referral. We’ll empower you to reach your highest
levels of personal and professional development by providing up to
$6,000* tuition education reimbursement. Vacation, sick leave, and
paid holidays package* *Internal policy provides detailed
information regarding these benefits. Full policy is provided upon
request. JOB SUMMARY Responsible for providing and coordinating
home health patient care / services consistent with the mission,
vision and goals of the Agency. Speech Pathologist (SLP) is a
professional member of the home health interdisciplinary team. The
SLP evaluates, identifies problems, sets goals, recommends and
implements mechanisms to enhance the patient’s speech, language,
hearing and swallowing ability in accordance with a written plan of
care prescribed by a physician. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Complete initial and on-going interdisciplinary assessments and
evaluation with an emphasis on the client’s level of functioning
and ability to communicate, including OASIS assessment at
appropriate time points. Combine knowledge of speech, hearing and
language with planning and implementing programs for the management
of communication disorders. Provide services that are ordered by
the physician as indicated in the plan of care. Develop and
evaluate the plan of care in partnership with the patient,
representative (if any), and caregiver(s), and in consultation with
the physician and other interdisciplinary team members. Communicate
with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health
care practitioners (as appropriate), including Clinical Supervisor
and interdisciplinary team members related to the current plan of
care, patient’s reaction to treatment and changes in condition.
Provide education and counseling based on individualized need for
the patient, family and caregiver(s). Evaluate the home environment
and make the appropriate recommendations. Instruct other health
team personnel, including Home Health Aides and the patient's
family, in Speech Therapy Program. Consult and coordinate with
other health care disciplines. Participate in Agency-sponsored
in-service education, utilization review and team conferences.
Provide discharge planning, as appropriate. Evaluate effectiveness
and outcomes of care / response to therapy interventions. Assist in
developing and updating the plan of care. Prepare and submit, as
directed, all case documentation, including evaluation data,
treatments, clinical and progress notes and required payroll
information according to Agency policy. Provide services within the
Agency's catchment area. Acknowledge patient rights including
privacy and confidentiality. Consistently display a professional
appearance and conduct in all settings. Interact with internal and
external customers using a positive and professional approach.
Assume responsibility and display reliability for the completion of
all tasks, duties, communications and actions. Maintain
professional growth and development. Participate in the Agency’s
QAPI Program for performance improvement activities. Abide by
Agency policies and procedures. Accept other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT Must have visual and
hearing acuity. Must have clear verbal communication. Must be able
to read, write and speak English fluently. May be exposed to minor
hazards/communicable diseases. Must provide proof of auto insurance
upon hire and each renewal and maintain a safe driving record.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING Master’s or doctoral degree in
Speech-Language Pathology and meets qualifications commensurate
with § 484.115(n) (Condition of participation: Personnel
qualifications / Speech-Language Pathologist). Current, active
license as a Speech Pathologist by the California Board of Medical
Quality Assurance. Core competency per skills checklist. At least
one year of experience in speech therapy.
Keywords: Assisted Home Health & Hospice, Palm Springs , Speech Therapist (ST), Home Health (Per-Diem), Healthcare , Fillmore, California
