Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
About The Position
Legacy Healthcare Services is seeking a creative and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to provide rehabilitative care to senior patients in senior living communities. The role evaluates and treats swallowing disorders and communication and cognitive impairments using evidence-based therapeutic techniques. The SLP establishes treatment goals and develops and implements treatment programs based on clinical evaluations, provides services under medical orders as part of a coordinated team, and participates in clinical conferences to coordinate patient care. Residents receive individualized, one-on-one treatment sessions using a functional-based approach. The position is PRN, with a stated desirable Monday–Friday schedule and no weekend or holiday requirements. The listed pay range is $40.00–$55.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from an accredited graduate program in speech-language pathology.
- Current state license as a Speech Language Pathologist, or ability to obtain one before beginning employment.
- Excellent interpersonal, fiscal, and clinical skills.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients for swallowing disorders and communication and cognitive impairments using evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
- Establish treatment goals and develop and implement appropriate Speech Pathology treatment programs based on a full clinical evaluation.
- Provide rehabilitative services under specific medical orders as part of a coordinated team.
- Participate in clinical conferences to share and coordinate patient care plans.
- Treat residents one-on-one through individualized, private sessions using a functional-based treatment approach.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and pet insurance for qualified positions
- Paid time off with rollover and buyout options at year’s end for qualified positions
- Company-paid group life insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Voluntary life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
- Licensure reimbursement
- Company-provided continuing education units and unlimited online continuing education units for full-time employees
- Career advancement opportunities
- Individualized treatment sessions
