Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Solano County
Company: American Home Health Care
Location: Fairfield
Posted on: January 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: American Hospice and Home Health Services is
currently seeking a Full-Time or Part-Time Speech Therapist /
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to service any combination of
these counties: Alameda County Contra Costa County Solano County
San Joaquin County Stanislaus County We offer per-visit pay in
addition to hourly or salary options depending on experience. Per
Visit Rates: $120 – $200 per skilled speech therapy visit Hourly
Option: $50–$65 (Office hours) The Speech Therapist is responsible
for evaluating, planning, implementing, and monitoring speech,
language, swallowing, and cognitive therapy services for home
health patients. You will coordinate with nursing, physicians,
caregivers, and other therapy staff to deliver high-quality,
patient-centered care. Our Home Health Care Mission is to provide
professional and paraprofessional services to patients in their
homes, assisting them to achieve the highest level of potential in
their day-to-day activities. Requirements: Essential Job Functions
/ Responsibilities Evaluation & Assessment Perform comprehensive
speech, language, voice, swallowing, and cognition assessments in
the patient’s home. Review medical records, labs, diagnostics, and
collaborate with nursing to incorporate patient history. Evaluate
the home environment to support therapy success (safety, assistive
devices, caregiver support). Identify patient, family, and
caregiver needs, preferences, and goals. Treatment Planning &
Implementation Develop individualized, measurable therapy plans
aligned with patient goals, family input, and physician orders.
Provide direct skilled therapy (speech, language, swallowing,
cognitive) to patients. Adjust therapy plans based on patient
response and progress. Instruct and train caregivers on carryover
strategies and home exercises. Coordinate with an interdisciplinary
team (nursing, OT, PT, CNAs) to align therapy with overall care
plan using google workspace applications and EMR system, known as
HomeHealthMD . Documentation & Compliance Complete evaluations,
treatment notes, progress notes, re-evaluations, and discharge
documentation per agency policy and regulatory timelines (48
hours). Document all therapy contacts, missed sessions,
cancellations, and outcomes accurately. Record therapy elements
that support billing, justification, and compliance. Communicate
changes in patient status or plan to physicians and care team.
Communication & Collaboration Participate in care team meetings,
case discussions, and interdisciplinary conferences. Report
therapeutic findings, recommendations, and concerns to physicians,
nursing, and leadership. Provide clear, respectful, and timely
communication with patients, families, caregivers, and staff.
Additional Duties May cover on-call therapy as needed according to
agency policy if both parties agree. Assist in scheduling, travel
coordination, and therapy resource management. Maintain continuing
education and fulfill licensure / competency requirements. Licenses
& Requirements Valid Speech-Language Pathologist license in
California Minimum 1 year of experience in home health therapy,
outpatient, hospital, or similar setting preferred Certification
with ASHA (CCC-SLP) or relevant credential Current CPR / BLS
certification Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and
appropriate insurance Strong communication, organizational, and
documentation skills Work Location & Travel Home visits across the
counties that the therapist chooses. Must be able to travel among
patient homes Flexible scheduling (full-time or part-time options;
remote documentation work between visits)
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Keywords: American Home Health Care, Fairfield , Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Solano County, Healthcare , Fairfield, California
