Speech Pathologist - Homecare / VNA

Southcoast Health System, Inc.·Fall River, Massachusetts

$41 - $62/hrOther On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 26 days ago

Practice for this role

Speech Pathologist - Homecare / VNA · $41 - $62/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

+16% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Fall River, Massachusetts ($35.20/hr, n=151)

$15.00/hr · p10p90 · $150/hr

this role: $40.80/hrmedian $35.20/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 151 posted healthcare roles in Fall River, Massachusetts rates. This role sits in the 70th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 16% above the Fall River, Massachusetts median for similar positions.

The Speech Pathologist will assess, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. They are responsible for providing care within the rehabilitation department and traveling to patient locations as needed.

Overview Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row! We are searching for a talented Speech Pathologist Hours: Per Diem Shift: Day shift; 8:00am - 4:30pm Location: Health at Home - VNA Rehab – Fall River, MA and surrounding towns, possibly RI Travel: Driving on average 3 or more times per week required A career at Southcoast Health offers you: A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package Generous Earned Time Off Package*
Employee Wellbeing Program 403B Retirement Plan with company match Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training **Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours. Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision of the Clinical Manager or designee, perform duties to support and in support of the Rehabilitation Department. Assess, diagnose, treat and help to restore speech language, cognitive communication, voice, swallowing, fluency and other related disorders within the patient's capabilities.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology is required. Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC-ASHA) from the American Speech/Language & Hearing Association is required. Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs is required. Two (2) years of related experience in the field of Speech Therapy is required. Home care experience preferred A Speech Therapist licensed by the Board of Registration in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and may be required in Rhode Island, subject to geographic area assignment. Basic Life Support (BLS) & CPR certification are required. MA and RI licensure will be needed Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

Compensation

Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. Pay Range USD $40.80 - USD $61.72 /Hr.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and possess current CCC-ASHA certification. A minimum of two years of related experience and active licensure in Massachusetts and Rhode Island are required.

postgraduate degree
Diagnosis
Treatment planning
Cpr
Patient assessment
Home care
Basic life support
Swallowing therapy
Speech therapy
Speech pathology
Cognitive communication therapy
Electronic records management

Benefits

Tuition assistance
Comprehensive benefits package
Competitive pay
Professional growth opportunities
Leadership training
403b retirement plan
Employee wellbeing program
Federal loan forgiveness programs
Generous earned time off package

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $41 - $62/hr
Location: Fall River, Massachusetts
Posted: Aug 13, 2026
Closes: Aug 13, 2027
Application: Employer website

Massachusetts Homecare Speech Pathology Requires Dual-State Readiness

Homecare and VNA speech pathology demand is supported by patients needing skilled communication and swallowing services in community settings. This role is competitive because it requires a master’s degree, current CCC-ASHA certification, two years of related experience, and active Massachusetts and Rhode Island licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original job description to save research time, then confirm licensure details before applying.