Speech Language Pathologist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onWaters Place, The Bronx, Bronx County, New York, 10461, United States
About VNS Health
VNS Health is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality home-based care to the diverse communities of the Bronx. Our mission is rooted in integrity and staff well-being, fostering a collaborative culture where clinical excellence meets deep community connection. We support our teams with strong clinical resources and ongoing professional development opportunities.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to deliver essential home-based care to patients across the Bronx. This role is vital for assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages. You will serve as a key partner in the patient's journey, developing and implementing individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that align with specific patient goals and safety needs.
Your day will involve traveling throughout the Bronx to conduct comprehensive evaluations and provide direct therapy for disorders including aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, and dysphagia. Beyond clinical interventions, you will educate patients, families, and caregivers on communication strategies, compensatory techniques, and safe swallowing practices. You will also design home exercise programs to support functional communication and swallowing in daily life. Working within an interdisciplinary home care team, you will participate in case conferences, coordinate with physicians, and advocate for necessary equipment or services to ensure patient safety and progress.
Hiring Process
Candidates who meet the licensing and certification requirements will be invited to discuss their clinical experience and approach to home care. The process includes a review of credentials, followed by an interview with the hiring team to assess cultural fit and clinical expertise. Successful candidates will then complete background and health clearance requirements prior to onboarding.
Equal Opportunity
VNS Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Waters Place, The Bronx, Bronx County, New York, 10461, United States
New York, New York
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Frequently asked questions about Speech Language Pathologist at VNS Health
What does a Speech Language Pathologist at VNS Health do?expand_more
In this Speech Language Pathologist at VNS Health role, you will develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans aligned with patient goals; provide direct therapy for speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive-communication, and dysphagia disorders; educate patients, families, and caregivers on communication strategies and safe swallowing practices; and design and instruct home exercise and carryover programs to support functional communication.
What are the requirements for this Speech Language Pathologist role?expand_more
To qualify for the Speech Language Pathologist at VNS Health position, applicants should have: Current New York State Speech-Language Pathology license (or eligibility); Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred; Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) completion preferred if not yet CCC; Current CPR/BLS certification; Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits; and Ability to pass background and health clearance requirements for home care.
Where is the Speech Language Pathologist role at VNS Health located?expand_more
Speech Language Pathologist at VNS Health is based in Waters Place, The Bronx, Bronx County, New York, 10461, United States. This is a on-site role.