Speech-Language Pathologist - Home Health
Walla Walla, Washington
Providence at Home with Compassus Home Health in Walla Walla

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health (Travel/Contract)

Location: Walla Walla, Washington
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Home Health Therapy/Rehabilitation
• Shift: 4 hours Monday-Friday OR two 8-hour days plus one 4-hour day
• Guaranteed Hours: 20 hours per week
• Types of Cases: Geriatric patients
• Territory: Up to a 60-mile radius from the office/hub
• Dress Code: Scrubs (any color), no jeans
• Device Provided: iPad
• Mileage Reimbursement: Yes, at IRS standard rate
• Cell Phone: Not allowed for work use

Required Qualifications

• Valid Speech-Language Pathologist license in Washington
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent education/experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB)
• Experience with OASIS

Compliance and Background Requirements

• Background checks including SSN trace, county searches (last 7 years), FACIS L1M, nationwide sex offender, motor vehicle records, education and work history verification
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 90 days of start
• Fingerprinting required for candidates who have not lived in Washington for the past 3 years (completed on-site)
• State-specific criminal history and employability status checks as applicable
• Verification of highest degree related to profession
• Signed acknowledgment of Orientation Safety Manual (updated annually)
• Agency background attestation required prior to start

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within the last 12 months (not required annually)
• Fit test for N95 mask (no specific model required)
• Negative TB test (PPD, Q Gold, or TSpot) within 1 year or chest X-ray within 5 years if previously positive
• Annual TB questionnaire required
• Immunizations or proof of immunity for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• 9-panel drug screen within 12 months of start (instant acceptable)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or facility-specific declination form required during flu season
• COVID vaccination or facility-specific declination required

Documentation and History

• Two professional references within 2 years of start (travel, allied, per diem acute care)
• Employment application with full 7 years of work history, no gaps
• Annual skills checklist
• Work history verification for 7 years (with attempts to verify if needed)
• Proof of current auto insurance required due to driving responsibilities

Additional Notes

• Locals are accepted and paid at travel rates
• No on-call responsibilities
• Compliance liaison will manage background attestation and onboarding paperwork

This position is ideal for a Speech-Language Pathologist with home health experience seeking a travel contract in Washington state, working primarily with geriatric patients in a community/home setting.