Speech Language Pathologist; SLP FLOAT Homecare​/Inpatient

Day Kimball Health is hiring for a full-time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Home Care Speech Therapy department!

Department: Home Care / Inpatient (FLOAT)

Location: Thompson, CT & Putnam, CT

Schedule: Day shift (8:00 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m.)

Weekly

Hours:

40

Daily

Hours:

8

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pharmacy Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – With eligible employer contribution
• Life Insurance – Basic and supplemental coverage options
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off – Including vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Educational Reimbursement
• Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
• Shift Differentials – Additional pay for evening, night, or weekend shifts (where applicable)
• Career Pathways – Opportunities for clinical ladder advancement, internal growth, leadership development, and mentorship
• Employee Perks – Recognition programs, Employee Wellness Initiatives, Food Truck Fridays, and Employee Appreciation Events, Weekly Pay

As the Speech Language Pathologist, under the general direction of the Rehabilitation Supervisor in Home Care and Director for In-patient Rehabilitation Services, you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible for organizing and administering prescribed speech therapy programs in an effort to reduce and/or prevent disability to help patients achieve their maximum functional potential.

• Evaluates and treats patients as prescribed by referring physician.
• Records treatment, response, progress and discharge information in patient’s chart.
• Educates patient, family and significant others regarding condition, treatment, home program and Rehabilitation Services.
• Routinely confers with physician and other practitioners in person, by phone, or in writing, regarding progress, regression or change of plan.

Orients, instructs, and directs other Health Care Team members as needed.

• Master's degree from an accredited program in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Connecticut license or Connecticut license eligible required.
• CPR Certification required.
• Minimum of one year experience preferred.

• Uses common sense and special medical skills to care for the sick or person with disabilities.
• Understands technical information from supervisors, charts, reference books, manuals, and labels.
• Works fast and accurately in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Identify and act on priorities for smooth departmental operation.
• Maintain discretion in handling confidential nature of information that is available.
• Keep up-to-date on trends and developments in the field of physical medicine and health services.
• Ability to work in a team situations.

The Care You Need. Close to Home.

For 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been a trusted, nonprofit healthcare provider serving Northeastern Connecticut. What began as a small infirmary has grown into the region’s leading integrated healthcare system—recognized for delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home. Today, our team of over 1,100 dedicated employees—including more than 300 skilled physicians, surgeons, and specialists—proudly deliver a full continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to homecare and hospice, meeting the evolving needs of our patients at every stage of life.

What sets us apart is our commitment not only to the communities we serve, but also to the people who power our mission. At Day Kimball Health, we cultivate a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where healthcare professionals are empowered to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful difference every day. Every voice is valued. Every contribution matters. Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare or seeking your next opportunity, a career at Day Kimball Health offers more than a job—it’s a chance to build lasting relationships,…