Speech-Language Pathlogy Assistant

Hometown Home Health Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

Hometown Home Health is where compassionate care meets excellence in the comfort of patient's homes. As a full-service home health care agency, we pride ourselves on providing a comprehensive array of skilled medical home care services and clinical nursing care. Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals is committed to delivering personalized, high-quality support tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual we serve.

What We're Searching For

Hometown Home Health is seeking a compassionate and motivated Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to join our growing therapy team. This role supports patients in the home health setting by providing rehabilitative speech and language services under the direction of a supervising Speech-Language Pathologist and physician-directed plan of care.

The ideal candidate is patient-focused, organized, and passionate about helping individuals improve communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities while maintaining dignity and quality of life. We are looking for someone who values teamwork, professionalism, and delivering exceptional care within the home environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide speech and language therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and according to the patient's plan of care
• Assist in evaluating patient needs and implementing appropriate therapy interventions
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy exercises, communication strategies, and safe practices
• Document patient progress, activities, and clinical findings accurately and timely within the medical record
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate any changes to the supervising therapist and physician/provider as appropriate
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure coordinated patient care
• Participate in patient conferences, staff meetings, orientation, and continuing education activities
• Maintain compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, agency policies, and professional standards
• Travel to patient homes throughout the service area to provide care and support

What You Need

• Active Florida Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) license required
• Must meet educational requirements outlined by Florida state law and Medicare Conditions of Participation
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication with supervising clinicians and team members
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable utilizing tablets, EMR systems, and related technology for documentation
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally for patient visits
• Home health experience preferred, but not required
• Ability to meet the physical demands of patient care visits, including bending, lifting assistance, and prolonged standing or walking as needed