Speech Language Pathologist | Home Health
Wesley At-Home
- Kent, WA
- $103,300-135,200 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Employees, and their families if elected, can participate in medical and vision insurance (full time and ACA eligible), dental (full time) and group life (employee only for full time, excludes part-time and on-call staff).
- We offer a combined paid time off (PTO) policy which incorporates state paid sick leave with company paid time off at an accrual rate of 0.0607 per hour worked, equivalent to 120 hours of PTO at 2,080 hours worked in a year. We also offer 6 Paid Holidays (8 hours for full time and 6 hours for part time per event, excludes on-call staff) and 1 Personal Holiday of Choice per year (excludes on-call staff).
- Retirement planning is encouraged through our 403(b) plan that includes a generous 100% company match on the first 4% of earnings an employee contributes. There is a 5-year vesting schedule on the company match, and minors are ineligible for the company match.
- A food and beverage discount of 50% is available to all employees at any Wesley bistro. Employees are also eligible for On-Demand Pay with Dayforce Wallet. Minors need parental consent to access this benefit.
- To assist employees with challenges outside of the workplace, Wesley offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which is 100% company paid. Additionally, Wesley Community Foundation provides grants to qualifying employees as detailed in the plan summary.
- Lastly, the efforts and contributions of our valued employees are celebrated in our best-in-class recognition and reward platform, Inspire. Points earned for various reasons may be redeemed for a variety of merchandise, gift cards, tickets, travel and other experiences selected by the employee.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ speech, language, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities.
- Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans in alignment with physician orders, patient goals, and best practices.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to improve speech clarity, language comprehension, expression, cognitive function, and safe swallowing.
- Train patients and caregivers on communication strategies, adaptive techniques, and safe eating/swallowing practices.
- Recommend and provide instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices when appropriate.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team—including nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, medical social work, and home health aides—to coordinate care.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation according to agency, state, and federal regulations.
- Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and continuing education to maintain clinical excellence.
- Adhere to infection control, patient safety, and ethical standards in all patient care activities.
- Learn and apply Company, Federal, State, and local rules, regulations, and policies.
- Driving is an essential function and/or a legitimate business purpose of this position; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required as a condition of employment.
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Current Speech-Language Pathologist license in the State of Washington.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
- Current CPR certification.
- Driving is an essential function and/or a legitimate business purpose of this position; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required as a condition of employment.
- Minimum one year of experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist, preferably in home health, rehabilitation, or medical settings.
- Experience with adult and geriatric populations, including those with neurological disorders, stroke, and progressive diseases.
- Strong diagnostic, treatment planning, and clinical problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing schedules.
- Frequent travel to patient homes within the assigned service area.
- Exposure to a variety of home and community settings.
- Ability to lift and transport therapy materials and equipment up to 25 pounds.
- Occasional evening or weekend visits based on patient needs.