Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health - Part Time
Company : Encompass Health
Location : Hartford, CT, 06103
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Overview
Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.
As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, all while fostering a unique culture that is both innovative and collaborative.
At Enhabit, the best of what’s next starts with us. We not only make it a priority to maintain an ethical and stable workplace but also continually invest in our employees. By extending ongoing professional development opportunities and providing cutting-edge technology solutions, we ensure our employees are always moving their careers forward and prepared to deliver a better way to care for our patients.
Ever-mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, Enhabit offers competitive benefits that support and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Subject to employee eligibility, some benefits, tools and resources include:
- 30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks (PDO includes company observed holidays)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Scholarship program for employees
- Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Supplemental insurance policies for life, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance plans for full-time employees
- Flexible spending account plans for full-time employees
- Minimum essential coverage health insurance plan for all employees
- Electronic medical records and mobile devices for all clinicians
- Incentivized bonus plan
Responsibilities
Our Speech Language Pathologists supervise, evaluate and provide speech therapy services to clients in a home setting as prescribed by the attending physician. The SLP treats patients with speech disorders, swallowing therapy, and hearing impairments that affect communication. In addition they participate in helping patients that may be recovering from a stroke or other neurological disorders.
This part-time salaried position works 24 hours/week, over 4 days in the week, and is eligible for our 60% paid days off program.
Qualifications
- Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
- Must possess automobile liability insurance.
- Must wear seat belts at all times while driving.
- Dependable transportation kept in good working condition.
- Must be able to drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions.
- Currently licensed as an SLP in the State of Employment.
Additional Information
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
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Frequently asked questions
Part-time SLPs in Hartford deliver personalized speech therapy in patients' homes, balancing flexible schedules with intensive care. This role suits clinicians aiming to provide focused interventions for speech and swallowing disorders while accommodating work-life balance in a community-focused environment.
Holding a valid Connecticut SLP license is mandatory for home health practice, complemented by a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. These credentials ensure compliance with state regulations while enabling therapists to safely reach clients across Hartford and surrounding areas.
Expertise in neurological speech disorders, swallowing therapy, and patient adaptability in diverse home environments sets home health SLPs apart. Part-time clinicians must quickly assess and modify treatment plans while managing autonomous schedules and using mobile documentation tools.
Encompass Health offers part-time SLPs a competitive benefits package including 60% paid days off, continuing education scholarships, and access to cutting-edge mobile tech for seamless patient care, fostering both professional growth and personal well-being.
Encompass Health invests in SLPs by providing ongoing professional development, scholarship opportunities, and innovative technology. This environment encourages clinicians to deepen expertise in speech and swallowing therapy while enhancing patient outcomes in home settings.
Part-time SLPs in Hartford typically earn between $45 and $60 per hour, reflecting regional demand and specialized home health skills. Compensation may vary based on experience, licensure, and the employer’s benefits structure, aligning with local healthcare market standards.
Hartford's aging population and increasing home care preference have elevated demand for qualified SLPs. While competition exists, part-time home health positions offer flexible options, especially with providers like Encompass Health expanding community-based therapy.
Navigating Hartford’s urban and suburban zones requires dependable transportation able to handle various weather conditions. Time management is key, as travel between patient homes impacts therapy scheduling, making local knowledge and planning essential for efficiency.
Encompass Health supports career growth through clinical fellowships, supervisory opportunities, and continuing education programs, enabling part-time SLPs to transition into leadership or specialized therapy roles while balancing flexible schedules.
Yes, clinicians at Encompass Health utilize electronic medical records and mobile devices designed for home health settings, streamlining documentation and enhancing communication with interdisciplinary teams, which boosts therapy accuracy and patient engagement.