Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, SLP

Tufts Medicine Care at Home

Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on assessing the needs of patients who have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities and delivering therapy services to improve their developmental, physical or cognitive impairment . In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Audio/Speech Therapy related duties: Evaluates patients and uses sound therapy to improve physical and mental conditions. Responsibilities also include improving physical and mental conditions through treating a variety of speech disorders and communication difficulties. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs . The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education . A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience . Typically responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.
Job Overview
This clinician is responsible for evaluating and diagnosing complex problems relating to speech, language, communication, a nd/or sw allowing disorders . Responsible for formulating and recommending a plan, which may include therapy for the diagnosed problems, referrals for further consultations, extended speech and language evaluations, or suggestions for a home training program in order to achieve a maximum level of functional independence. This position may work in both an inpatient and outpatient setting . This position is also responsible for documenting all age - appropriate patient care appropriately in the medical record to comply with the policies and procedures of the department and JCAHO requirements . Also responsible for supervision of other staff clinicians.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology .
2. Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech and Hearing Association.
3. Speech Therapist License.
4. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
5. Five (5) years of experience in Speech-Language Pathology.
6. If hired prior to 9/28/2026, CPR Certification is required upon hire. If hired after 9/28/2026, BLS Certification is required within thirty (30) days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Six (6) years of experience including two (2) years of experience with head injured patients.
2. Training and e xperience as a Pediatric Dysphagia Specialist
Location: Lowell, MA and surrounding areas
Hours: Full-Time, 40hrs/week. No Weekends/Holidays
Duties and Responsibilities : The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list . Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Evaluates and/or screens complex patients referred to Speech and Language Pathology with a high degree of professional competency & efficiency while successfully delivering competent care to patients in a continuum of ages from infancy to adulthood.
2. Based on behavioral observations, a complete case history from the patient and/or the family, and the results of standardized tests, is responsible for evaluating the status of the patient/client and making a diagnosis using accepted professional standards and individual experience and judgement.
3. Makes recommendations which may include therapy, referrals for further consultations, extended speech and language evaluations, or suggestions for a home training program monitored by the clinician.
4. Prepares complete written reports of evaluations and progress of individual cases.
5. Consults with clients, patients and/or caregiver concerning recommendations and necessary carryover programs . Evaluates progress to ascertain effectiveness of home programs.
6. Determines realistic goals, dismissal criteria, and identification of appropriate supplemental materials to enhance patient's and family's understanding of speech, language, and/or swallowing disorder.
7. Selects the appropriate tests, measures, and rehabilitation services, and providing these in a consistent, efficient manner of high quality patient care.
8. Informs and consults with medical personnel concerning type, extent, and prognosis of speech and/or language disorders with regard to pre and post operative, medicinal or other medically prescribed procedures.
9. Provides for all individual client follow-up procedures including communication with other professional disciplines, social services agencies, and others involved in service delivery to the patient. Participates in interdisciplinary and family conferences with other professional involved in services delivery to the patient in order to coordinate services.
10. Completes documentation, including evaluation reports, progress notes, periodic re- assessments and d/c summaries in a timely manner . Complies with insurance requirements including obtaining MD signatures and insurance approvals.
11. Responsible for coordination of the Graduate Student Internship program in Speech- Language Pathology. Contacts participating graduate programs, develops criteria, clinical procedures, caseload size, and evaluates clinical skills following internship.
12. Schedules and provides in-service to other professionals, groups, and service providers regarding speech/language and swallowing disorders in infants and children.
13. Coordinates, oversees and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of scheduling, hiring, training and other daily operations for the Speech and Language Program.
14. Responsible for annual performance evaluations of other Speech Therapy staff.
15. Monitors individual workloads and assisting the appointment secretary in scheduling sufficient clinical activity in order to meet workload requirement.
16. Keeps abreast of current literature in the field and for acquiring the knowledge and skills regarding new tests, instruments, machines, etc. in the field.
17. Maintains a working knowledge of the patient care program and devices available to patients.
18. May be responsible for initiating and/or participating in research projects, as required .
19. May perform related bookkeeping duties.
Physical Requirements:
1. Frequent standing & walking & transferring of patients .
2. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate computer keyboard, dexterity to provide quantitative testing and manual treatment techniques to a wide variety of patients .
3. Requires ability to see computer screen and reports .
4. Visually assess injury and functional status of patients, audibly assess patient subjective complaints .
Skills & Abilities:
1. Broad foundation of knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and treatment of patients w ith a wide variety of speech, language, cognitive, communicative, and swallowing disorders.
2. Demonstrate interpersonal skills including communication, teamwork, and willing to work one-on-one or a group basis.
3 . Ability to work independently, to be self-motivated and well organized. Ability to function well in very busy situations.
4 . Responsible and reliable.
5 . Demonstrates flexibility and able to adjust to changes at a moment's notice.
6 . Maturity to operate effectively within a multi-disciplinary setting.
7 . Able to work effectively with a wide variety of patients with acute and long term disability.
8 . Ability to read/write and communicate in English.
9 . Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assess the needs of patients of all different age populations in order to provide care appropriately.
10 . Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect and adjust plan of care as appropriate .
1 1 . Demonstrates proper time management skills to attain department productivity while assuring quality patient care.
What We Offer
Competitive salaries & benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one
403(b) retirement with company match
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support - Access to MedBridge for PT CEUs and licensure/certification support, reinforcing our commitment to ongoing clinical development.
Opportunities for career growth
Fleet car program - A unique offering that reduces personal vehicle burden and supports clinicians in the field.
Industry-Leading Safety Program - A one-of-a-kind Workplace Safety & Violence Prevention role dedicated to proactively addressing increasing safety concerns in healthcare settings. This program includes:
AVADE de-escalation and self-safety training
InvisaWear GPS-enabled safety devices
Escort services to ensure staff safety in the field
About Care at Home:
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