Speech Language Pathologist SLP
About The Position
Cascadia Healthcare is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for its teams in Portland, Oregon. The position provides evaluation and treatment for residents and patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities, in compliance with state and federal guidelines. The SLP evaluates speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency, develops treatment plans, and treats residents and patients according to a physician’s plan of care. The role is based in a sub-acute or skilled nursing facility and involves working collaboratively with rehabilitation therapists and nursing staff. The SLP also communicates therapy programs to families or guardians, teaches residents, patients, families, and caregivers how to monitor speech and practice skills, and maintains accurate clinical documentation and patient privacy. Cascadia Healthcare describes itself as a provider in the skilled nursing industry, with operations across Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Arizona. Its stated mission is to be a force for good for residents, employees, and the communities it serves.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology.
- Current license in Speech Language Therapy as required by state law.
- Valid CPR/BLS certification.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a skilled nursing facility, post-acute, or long-term care setting.
Responsibilities
- Screen and evaluate patients and residents and develop appropriate care plans.
- Provide direct treatment under a physician’s direction and according to an established plan of care.
- Plan, direct, or conduct rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency for people with communication, swallowing, or cognitive problems.
- Administer, score, and interpret specialized hearing and speech tests.
- Instruct residents, patients, families, and caregivers on monitoring speech and practicing new skills.
- Complete required forms and clinical records in accordance with company policy and state and federal regulations.
- Document accurately and promptly in patient records.
- Devise special tools and treatments for patients’ specific needs.
- Provide comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub-acute or skilled nursing facility setting.
- Collaborate with other rehabilitation therapists and nursing staff.
- Maintain resident and patient privacy pursuant to HIPAA.
- Attend assigned shifts punctually and regularly.
- Develop treatment plans with short- and long-term goals and methods to achieve them.
- Communicate the resident’s or patient’s speech therapy program to family members or guardians.
- Maintain written documentation, including evaluations, daily notes, and weekly summaries.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay of $52–$60 per hour, depending on experience.
- In-house therapy model and facility team.
- Flexible scheduling with work-life balance in mind.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid time off, holidays, and sick days.
- Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Career growth and development opportunities.
- Leadership that values clinician input and patient-centered care.
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Job Type
Full-time
