Speech Language Pathologist
About The Position
Innovate Rehab and Wellness is hiring a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist at a skilled nursing facility in Natchitoches, Louisiana. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday with a flexible schedule and offers a competitive hourly rate based on experience. The position focuses on patient-centered, individualized therapy and clinical outcomes, with realistic scheduling and a supportive, collaborative team environment. The organization describes itself as therapist- and veteran-owned, with more than 25 years as a skilled health care provider. The Speech-Language Pathologist assesses, diagnoses, and treats communication and swallowing disorders, addressing speech, language, voice, fluency, and cognitive-communication needs to help patients improve function and quality of life. Full-time benefits begin on the first day of employment.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Valid state SLP license.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and patient-care skills.
Nice To Haves
- CCC-SLP certification from ASHA preferred.
- Prior speech therapy experience preferred; new graduates are welcome.
- CPR certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct evaluations for speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
- Provide therapy for articulation, cognitive-communication, and swallowing.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies and techniques.
- Collaborate with occupational therapists, physical therapists, physicians, and nursing staff to provide comprehensive care.
- Document patient progress and accurately update treatment plans.
- Stay current with best practices and advances in speech-language pathology.
Benefits
- Medical and prescription drug insurance.
- Dental and vision insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
- Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
- Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holiday time.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Voluntary critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
- 401(k).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount marketplace.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
