Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Speech-Language Pathologist (Per Diem) – Geriatric & Home-Based Rehabilitation

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OUTREACH Rehabilitation

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Manhattan, New York

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About OUTREACH Rehabilitation

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OUTREACH Rehabilitation is a well-established multidisciplinary rehabilitation practice that has been serving older adults throughout New York and New Jersey for over 20 years.

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We specialize in delivering Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology treatment directly within the home and community setting. OUTREACH bridges the gap between traditional outpatient rehabilitation and home health by providing individualized, patient-centered rehabilitation care in patients’ homes, senior residences, assisted living communities, and office settings.

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Due to continued growth, we are seeking compassionate, motivated, and clinically driven Speech-Language Pathologists who are passionate about working with geriatric populations and value flexibility, autonomy, collaboration, and meaningful patient care.

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Position Summary

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The Speech-Language Pathologist will evaluate and treat adult and geriatric patients within the community setting, focusing on communication, cognition, swallowing, speech, language, and overall functional independence.

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Clinicians work closely with patients, caregivers, and physicians to develop individualized plans of care that support safe, functional, and meaningful outcomes.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Perform comprehensive speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing evaluations
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• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
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• Provide speech, cognitive, communication, and dysphagia treatment
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• Recommend appropriate compensatory strategies and therapeutic interventions
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• Educate patients, caregivers, and family members on home programs and carryover strategies
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• Collaborate with Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary rehabilitation team members
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• Complete timely and accurate electronic documentation in compliance with regulatory and company standards
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Qualifications

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• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
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• Active New York State Speech-Language Pathology License required
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Preferred Clinical Experience

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• Dysphagia management and swallowing rehabilitation
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• Cognitive-communication rehabilitation
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• Neurological rehabilitation
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• Voice and speech disorders
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• Geriatric rehabilitation
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• Home-based rehabilitation
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• Minimum 1 year of experience working with older adults preferred
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• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills
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• Ability to work independently while remaining collaborative within a team environment
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• Home care, home health, outpatient geriatrics, or community-based rehabilitation experience preferred
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Compensation & Benefits

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• Competitive unit-based compensation structure with treatment reimbursement up to $126 per session based on billed units
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• Flexible scheduling opportunities
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• Comprehensive onboarding, mentorship, and clinical support
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• Collaborative and supportive team culture
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Employment Type

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• Per Diem / PRN
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Why Join OUTREACH?

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At OUTREACH, we believe rehabilitation is most impactful when care is delivered where patients are most comfortable — in their own environments. Our clinicians are empowered to build meaningful relationships with patients while practicing with autonomy, flexibility, and strong clinical support.

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We are building a culture focused on collaboration, growth, innovation, and compassionate care for older adults throughout the communities we serve.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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OUTREACH Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace for all employees and patients.