Speech Language Pathologist II
Company: VersiCare
Location: Troy
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Responsible for
directing, overseeing, and coordinating all activities regarding
home and/or community-based Speech and Language Pathology (SLP)
services to ExpertCare recipients. Perform SLP evaluations and
provide Speech and Language therapy to recipients as scheduled. The
Speech and Language Pathologist II collaborates with all parties
involved to ensure that SLP services are provided that meets the
medical necessity of the recipient, as prescribed by a physician,
and authorized by the funding agency. The Speech and Language
Pathologist II carries a caseload of 30 individual recipients,
completing an average of 25 therapy appointments each week,
performing ongoing therapy and family training. SLP II assists
other SLPs with the process for obtaining and ordering assistive
devices for eligible recipients. Essential Functions Therapy
Services Performs therapy assessments of client/recipient
functioning of speech, language and/or swallowing levels, plans
short-and long-term goals toward improving/restoring independence
of speech, language and/or swallowing functioning; develops and
implements treatment programs, approved by the attending physician.
Provides evaluation of speech and language abilities through
diagnostic testing. Provides assistance and guidance to SLPs with
obtaining and ordering assistive devices for recipients with
Medicaid or private 3rd party insurances. This includes any
required written orders and correspondence with agencies. Provides
support, guidance and mentoring of SLP Clinical Fellowship. Perform
indirect and direct clinical observations. Helps improve SLP-CF
clinical effectiveness. Reviews and cosigns weekly therapy
documentation. Recipient Family Management Provides guidance and
instruction to clients/family members and ExpertCare staff of
developed therapeutic, creative, and self-care
procedures/activities ; explains adaptive, progressive approaches
and compensatory strategies as appropriate. Recommends, organizes,
consults, and writes letters of medical necessity for client
equipment as deemed clinically appropriate. Conducts
re-evaluations, as indicated, to assess the need for any revisions
in the treatment plan. Instructs and familiarizes, as necessary,
the client and pertinent family members with all other aspects of
the total treatment program. Completes weekly Family Training with
family members/natural supports to ensure maximum benefit and
continuation of treatment to enhance daily living skills. Quality
and Administrative Management Maintains adequate clinical
documentation and progress notes. Submits time and all required
documentation in a timely manner according to ExpertCare policy.
Periodically reports to the physician on the client’s treatment,
response, and progress, and assists the physician in determining
any necessary changes in the treatment program. Participates in
annual Person-Centered Planning meetings and periodic status review
meetings to provide insight and update on treatment planning and
implementation, as necessary. Provides consultation to and
instructs other members of the clients’ care team in the use of
necessary techniques, modalities, and basic activity programs, when
needed, and as requested. Maintains and updates professional
competency through in-service attendance and similar professional
resources. Demonstrates understanding and coordination of
communication devices for recipients. Shares knowledge and provides
guidance to other SLPs in the field. Reviews speech and language
evaluations, progress notes and treatment plans by Speech and
Language Pathologists, ensuring notes meet audit and contractual
requirements. Other Duties Represent ExpertCare in community and/or
health care groups; locally and regionally. Promotes ExpertCare
programs and services in the community. Seeks opportunities to
provide services for more individuals. Requirements: Working
Conditions and Physical Requirements Trips to client/prospect
locations require outdoor travel and potential exposure to
unpleasant weather. Must be able to meet the physical demands of
providing therapy services, such as assisting with exercises. Must
be able to transfer patients as needed according to proper
techniques of body mechanics to promote patient and staff safety.
Qualifications Must hold a license/registration issued by the State
of Michigan in Speech and Language Pathology. Graduate of program
approved by ASHA (American Speech and Hearing Association) Must
have a valid Michigan driver’s license. Knowledge and Skills Must
understand general business and office terminology. Must have basic
understanding of the MS Office Suite Products/Programs. Must have
strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and
written). Must be able to compose routine correspondence and
reports. Must maintain valid auto insurance. Ability to plan,
organize and prioritize work.
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