Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
About The Position
HealthPro Heritage is hiring a PRN Speech Language Pathologist for an assisted living facility in Newburgh, Indiana. This is a true PRN opportunity to help cover increases in census, vacations, and sick time. The facility is less than five years old and serves higher-level cognitive patients. A nearby assisted living facility in Evansville may also need coverage from time to time. The position offers $49–$55 per hour and is supported by an experienced management team and a large therapy team. The Speech Language Pathologist assesses and treats speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders. The role includes conducting evaluations, developing diagnoses and treatment plans, documenting care, educating patients and families, and coordinating with healthcare providers and multidisciplinary teams. HealthPro Heritage describes its work as purpose-driven and emphasizes professional growth, a collaborative culture, clinical excellence, and competitive compensation and benefits. The organization provides clinical services across settings including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics.
Requirements
- Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
- Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or eligibility for licensure.
- Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) (CCC-SLP).
- Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, voice, and swallowing abilities using standardized tests and clinical observations.
- Develop diagnoses based on assessment results.
- Implement evidence-based therapies for speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders.
- Monitor and adjust treatment plans.
- Educate and support patients and families regarding disorders, treatment strategies, and ways to improve daily communication.
- Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Coordinate with healthcare providers to support effective patient care.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive, collaborative work environment.
