Speech Language Pathologist Slp

Job Summary:

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides specialized evaluation and treatment services to residents with communication disorders and dysphagia, aiming to maximize their functional independence in daily activities. The role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary care teams, development and modification of therapeutic plans, patient and caregiver education, and adherence to regulatory and documentation standards. The SLP supports program development and maintains clinical competence to deliver high-quality care in a long-term or skilled nursing facility setting.

• Perform evaluative and therapeutic procedures under physician or healthcare provider orders, including communication and swallowing assessments such as modified barium swallow.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with functional goals, specifying frequency and duration of therapy.
• Collaborate with residents, caregivers, physicians, and healthcare team members to optimize care and discharge planning.
• Monitor and document treatment progress, modifying plans as needed to meet therapeutic goals.
• Recommend and instruct on the use of communication and swallowing assistive devices.
• Provide education to residents and caregivers, documenting responses to teaching.
• Maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and other reimbursement regulations.
• Participate in team meetings and provide in-services to nursing and other departments.
• Assist with development of new speech therapy programs and services.
• Maintain department cleanliness and equipment, following infection control procedures.
• Maintain required licenses, certifications, and complete annual compliance courses.
• Coordinate speech and language coverage within the department.
• Perform other duties consistent with the role as assigned.

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Valid Speech & Language Pathologist license.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent time management and documentation skills.
• Compassionate, resident-centered care approach.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English instructions.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility settings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Must possess the physical and mental ability to perform tasks involving sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with assistance required for heavier lifting.
• Work involves responsibility for quality care in a potentially high-stress environment.
• Adherence to infection control procedures and maintenance of clinical areas and equipment.

• Work schedule and shifts are determined by facility needs, typically within a long-term or skilled nursing care environment.
• May require coordination of coverage and flexibility to meet resident care demands.