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Contract- Home Health Speech Language Pathologist

BrightStar Care - Rio Grande Valley, TX·Edinburg, Texas

$95,000/yr·Contract·On Site·0-2 yrs·
Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

The Speech Language Pathologist will assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders in home health settings for pediatric and adult patients. They are responsible for developing individualized treatment plans, providing clinical oversight to assistants, and coordinating care with other healthcare providers.

Home Health | Adult & Pediatric

Schedule: AM / PM / Evenings (after-school patients required)

We are seeking a Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our home health team. This role is ideal for clinicians who are passionate about serving both pediatric and adult populations, value flexibility, and are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Position Summary

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. The SLP provides services in accordance with physician orders and agency standards and supports both clients and caregivers to improve functional communication and quality of life.

  • What You’ll Do
  • Provide clinical oversight and guidance to Home Health Speech Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs)
  • Deliver speech therapy services according to physician orders
  • Assess and evaluate patients’ therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status
  • Develop and implement individualized Plans of Care (POC) consistent with evaluations
  • Participate in the development of each client’s comprehensive treatment plan
  • Identify, develop, or adapt activities that enhance daily functioning and quality of life
  • Assess the home environment for safety concerns and recommend appropriate interventions
  • Monitor and report patient progress or changes in condition to the Director of Nursing and physician
  • Coordinate care with other healthcare providers and community settings (schools, daycare centers, workplaces, adult day care, residential facilities)
  • Educate family members, caregivers, and other personnel on treatment goals and interventions
  • Assist in identifying additional services needed by clients and families
  • Complete and submit clinical documentation and progress summaries in a timely manner
  • Participate in discharge planning as appropriate
  • Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations
  • What We’re Looking For
  • Active Texas license as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
  • Ability to provide services to both adult and pediatric patients
  • Experience with swallowing assessments and techniques
  • Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills
  • What You’ll Love About Us
  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Impressive benefits and PTO
  • Supportive, flexible, and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or based on disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We welcome qualified candidates requiring employment-based visa sponsorship, including Employment-Based Green card (PERM/I-40), H1B transfers, TN Visas, and individuals with previously approved I-140 petitions seeking Green Card Sponsorship.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Texas license as a Speech Language Pathologist and possess experience with swallowing assessments. Strong clinical judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to serve both adult and pediatric populations are required.

  • professional certificate
  • Treatment planning
  • Care coordination
  • Adult care
  • Pediatric care
  • Patient education
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Patient assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Clinical oversight
  • Home health care
  • Communication disorders
  • Speech therapy
  • Cognitive-communication therapy
  • Swallowing assessments

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Benefits
  • Retention bonus
  • Competitive weekly pay

Posting details

Employment type
Contract
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$95,000/yr
Location
Edinburg, Texas
Posted
Apr 6, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

BrightStar Care - Rio Grande Valley, TX

BrightStar Care is a full-service healthcare staffing agency and franchising organization that provides medical and non-medical homecare to private clients within their homes, ranging from infants to seniors, as well as supplemental healthcare staff to corporate clients. Our...

Salary listed on 3 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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Texas home health SLP roles stay specialized

Home health Speech Language Pathologist roles in Texas often draw steady demand because clinicians need to work independently across adult and pediatric cases while managing swallowing assessments and home-based care. This contract role is competitive for candidates with an active Texas SLP license, strong clinical judgment, and the organization to balance varied caseloads. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your swallowing assessment experience matches the posting before applying.

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