Speech Language Pathologist
PACS•Lee's Summit, MO
•$70•Onsite
About The Position
Napa Valley Care Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our skilled rehabilitation team. We provide exceptional post-acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, and therapy services that help residents improve communication, cognitive function, swallowing abilities, and overall quality of life. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment, we'd love to meet you.
Requirements
- Master's or Doctoral Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Active and unrestricted California Speech-Language Pathologist License
- Current license maintained in good standing
- Strong clinical, documentation, and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF), Post-Acute Care, Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care, or Geriatric Therapy
- Experience treating dysphagia, cognitive deficits, speech, language, and swallowing disorders
- Familiarity with PointClickCare, Casamba, or other electronic medical record systems
- Clinical Fellowship Candidates (CFY) encouraged to apply where applicable
Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents referred for speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders within established timeframes
- Develop individualized treatment plans and obtain physician approval as required
- Provide skilled speech-language pathology services in accordance with physician orders and clinical standards
- Assess and treat communication, cognition, voice, language, speech, and dysphagia disorders
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, residents, and families to achieve optimal outcomes
- Participate in care plan meetings, patient care conferences, and interdisciplinary team discussions
- Educate residents, caregivers, families, and staff regarding treatment goals and therapeutic techniques
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in electronic medical record systems
- Assist with discharge planning and caregiver training
- Supervise Speech-Language Pathology Assistants and Clinical Fellows in accordance with state regulations, when applicable
- Support ongoing staff education through in-service training and mentorship
Benefits
- Competitive compensation starting at $70+/hour, based on experience
- Sign-On Bonus Available
- Relocation Assistance Available
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Flexible scheduling options: Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN
- Supportive interdisciplinary rehab team
- Modern therapy resources and equipment
- Continuing education and career advancement opportunities
- Positive, resident-centered culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
