Speech Therapist
Company: Peoples Home Health, LLC
Location: Pensacola
Posted on: January 24, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: This position is for Full Time 32 hours Position
Summary: Responsible for providing medically prescribed speech
therapy in accordance with agency policies to clients in the home
who have speech, language, and swallowing, and / or aural problems.
Participates in developing and implementing the plan of care with
goals and documentation appropriate to discipline guidelines.
Requirements: Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Performs speech,
language, swallowing and some aural evaluations, procedures,
admissions, resumption of care and diagnostic tests on clients for
whom these have been medically prescribed and establishes
measurable goals. Provides direct speech service to clients under
physician’s plan of care. Records and reports to the physician the
client’s response to treatment. Maintains appropriate records on
visits to clients, including evaluation and plan of care for speech
clients. Assists in coordinating speech therapy program with other
services to family. Demonstrates therapy for the family member or
other responsible person who may assist the client with his speech,
swallowing, and language rehabilitation. Observes and evaluates the
performance of those assisting in the speech program and provides
guidance as necessary to assure a high quality of service. Counsels
the client and family members regarding the client’s speech,
language, swallowing, and audiological disturbances. Re-evaluates
the client’s progress and therapy program making changes as
necessary and under the physician’s direction. Assists in referring
clients to speech and audiology clinics and other community
agencies. Assists through individual and group staff education
programs in preparing nursing and other staff to assist clients
with their speech, language, swallowing, and audiological problems.
Participates in interdisciplinary conferences as required. Submits
clinical documentation in a timely manner according to agency
policy. Provides liaison contact and follow up with other community
agencies. Notes progress towards discharge planning. Communicates
with physician and other disciplines regarding discharge planning.
Completes Oasis assessments accurately at appropriate time points.
Maintains all education required by licensure is current. Complies
with OSHA, CHAP, State and Federal Standards. Updates management
regarding potential problems or concerns. Also responsible for
consulting with clinicians or managers as needed. Maintains a
professional image. Uses appropriate phone etiquette. Promotes a
customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures client
confidentiality at all times. Participates in accreditation
program. Performs other duties as assigned. Education/Experience:
MA/MS degree and graduation from an accredited school of
Speech-Language Pathology required. Work experience of at least one
year as a Speech- Language Pathologist. Licenses, Certifications
and/or Registrations: Possess a Certificate of Clinical Competence
in speech from the American Speech-Language and Hearing
Association. CPR certification. Current drivers license with access
to an auto and required insurance coverage. Working Conditions:
Office/Home Environment. May be exposed to biological hazards.
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