VitalCaring Group·Henderson, Texas
The Speech Language Pathologist will conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans to improve patients' communication, cognition, and swallowing functions. They will provide therapeutic interventions in a home-based setting while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.
Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives!
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Home Health At VitalCaring, we don’t just provide care—we help patients reconnect, communicate, and live more independently in the place they call home.
As a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), you play a critical role in restoring communication, cognition, and swallowing function—helping patients regain confidence and improve quality of life after illness or injury.
This is a role for an SLP who thrives in a field-based, one-on-one care environment, values autonomy, and is passionate about delivering meaningful, measurable outcomes.
Why Choose VitalCaring?
Make a Meaningful Impact Deliver personalized care that directly improves communication, safety, and independence.
Autonomy with Support Manage your day independently with strong clinical leadership and collaborative support behind you.
Patient-Centered Care Focus on one-on-one treatment in the home—where progress is most meaningful.
Growth & Development Be part of a team that invests in your clinical development and long-term success.
What You’ll Do As a Home Health SLP, you’ll lead the evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing function Develop and implement individualized plans of care to improve communication, cognition, and safety Provide therapeutic interventions using evidence-based techniques and specialized tools Assess the home environment and recommend adaptive equipment or communication aids Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, compensatory strategies, and safety techniques Monitor patient progress, reassess as needed, and adjust treatment plans accordingly Identify changes in condition and communicate proactively with physicians and the care team Document all care accurately and timely within the EMR Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care Participate in case conferences, discharge planning, and ongoing care coordination What We’re Looking For Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology Current SLP license in the state of practice Minimum of 1 year clinical experience (home health preferred) Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently Excellent communication and patient education skills Comfortable in a field-based role with travel between patient homes Current CPR certification Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance What Sets You Apart Experience in home health or community-based care Confidence managing swallowing (dysphagia) and cognitive-communication disorders Ability to adapt treatment plans to real-life home environments Strong collaboration across interdisciplinary teams A balance of clinical expertise, compassion, and accountability
Health & Wellness Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Pharmacy benefits Virtual care and mental health support Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Supplemental health and life insurance Financial & Protection 401(k) with company match Employee referral program Prepaid legal services Identity theft protection Work-Life Balance & Perks Generous paid time off Pet insurance Tuition and continuing education reimbursement At VitalCaring, our values - trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called - guide every interaction. Apply today and help patients find their voice, regain independence, and live more fully at home. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.
Candidates must hold a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology and possess a current state SLP license. A minimum of one year of clinical experience and a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) are preferred.
Market context
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