Speech and Language Pathologist - Home Health

Join Homer’s only Critical Access Hospital and Long Term Care facility, offering a fulfilling career with excellent work-life balance and the chance to enjoy Alaska’s stunning natural beauty. Use your expertise to transform lives by helping patients regain communication and swallowing abilities in a supportive Alaskan community.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients.
• Benefits: This is not a benefited position. In lieu of benefits, an additional 15% premium is added to the base pay for all Per Diem (Casual) employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess and diagnose communication and swallowing disorders in patients.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using vocal exercises and cognitive therapies.
• Provide therapy to home health patients in accordance with ASHA professional standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient care goals.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and progress reports.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Postgraduate degree from an accredited university recognized by ASHA.
• Alaska state license in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) by ASHA required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in Speech Language Pathology preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective patient and team interactions.
• Ability to work independently and maintain professional ethical standards.

ENVIRONMENT:

This position is based in Homer, Alaska, at South Peninsula Hospital—the area’s only Critical Access Hospital and Long Term Care facility. You’ll enjoy a clean, well-resourced workplace and a strong professional team.
Outside work, you can explore Homer’s breathtaking surroundings, including mountains, glaciers, and the sea, along with rich cultural offerings such as museums, galleries, and fine dining.
While the clinical work is rewarding, it demands focus and adaptability to meet diverse patient needs in a sometimes remote setting.