Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
About The Position
HealthPro Heritage is hiring a PRN Speech Language Pathologist at Wesley Palms in San Diego, California. The position is based in an outpatient therapy program within an assisted living, independent living, and memory care community. Therapy may take place across the outdoor campus as well as inside the facility, serving independent, active residents with real-world interventions. A nearby long-term care/skilled nursing facility may offer additional hours. This is a W-2 position with an hourly rate of $60–$65 and flexible scheduling. The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates and treats speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders, documents patient care, and collaborates with healthcare providers and multidisciplinary teams. HealthPro Heritage describes its work as purpose-driven and emphasizes compassionate care, innovative therapy, professional growth, collaboration, and high-quality outcomes. 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 about 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.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to support effective patient care.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
