Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Home Health - Full Time
Company : Encompass Health
Location : Fredericksburg, VA, 22407
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 13 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
Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) evaluate and provide skilled speech-language therapy to individuals in a home setting, under the care of an attending physician. At Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, the home setting may include single or multi-family homes, assisted living, independent living, or memory care.
The SLP evaluates and treats patients with language impairments, motor speech disorders, dysphagia, cognitive communication difficulties, voice disorders, and those requiring alternative or augmentative communication. At Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, an SLP may often work with patients who have experienced a stroke, and those with progressive diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and dementia.
Qualifications
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
Fredericksburg's healthcare sector is growing steadily, creating a moderate to high demand for Speech Language Pathologists, especially in home health settings. Candidates with valid Virginia licenses and home health experience often find favorable hiring prospects due to regional aging populations and rehabilitation service needs.
In Virginia, holding a valid state license as a Speech Language Pathologist is mandatory. Additionally, having certifications in dysphagia management or experience with neurological disorders like stroke rehabilitation can strengthen a candidate’s appeal in home health environments.
Home health SLPs often advance into supervisory roles, clinical specialist positions, or transition into administrative healthcare roles. Continuous education and specialization, such as augmentative communication or cognitive therapy, can open pathways for leadership and higher compensation.
Strong autonomous decision-making, adaptability to varied home environments, proficiency in electronic medical records, and expertise in managing stroke and neurodegenerative conditions are critical. Empathy and communication skills tailored to patients’ cognitive and language impairments also enhance effectiveness.
Encompass Health invests in ongoing education, provides access to cutting-edge clinical technology, and encourages participation in scholarship programs. This commitment enables home health SLPs to stay current with best practices and advance their careers within a collaborative, patient-centered culture.
Yes, Encompass Health offers competitive benefits like paid time off, flexible spending accounts, and comprehensive insurance plans. These offerings help SLPs maintain personal well-being while managing the demands of providing skilled therapy in diverse home health environments.
In Fredericksburg, full-time Speech Language Pathologists typically earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Home health roles may include bonuses and benefits that enhance overall compensation in this competitive regional market.
Absolutely. Clinical fellowships in home health provide immersive exposure to diverse patient populations, including stroke and dementia cases, fostering practical skills in real-world settings while under professional supervision—essential for licensure and career readiness.
Yes, reliable transportation and comfort driving in all weather are crucial, as home health SLPs travel to patients’ residences across Fredericksburg and surrounding areas. This mobility ensures consistent therapy delivery despite regional climate variability.
Encompass Health equips clinicians with mobile devices and electronic medical records systems to streamline documentation and communication. This technological support enhances care accuracy, efficiency, and coordination for SLPs working remotely in patients’ homes.