SLP - Speech-Language Pathologist

Elderwood • Hornell, NY

10d

About The Position

Elderwood is seeking a compassionate, clinically driven Speech-Language Pathologist to join its rehabilitation team. The position is in a skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation environment and focuses on helping residents improve communication, cognition, voice, and swallowing function. The SLP evaluates residents and develops and implements individualized treatment plans, working with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, residents, and families to support functional outcomes, quality of life, and rehabilitation goals. The role offers manageable caseload expectations, clinical autonomy, interdisciplinary collaboration, modern therapy equipment and resources, and opportunities for experienced therapists and new graduates to grow. Full-time opportunities are available, with consistent scheduling and flexible work arrangements where operationally appropriate. The employer describes productivity expectations as prioritizing quality resident outcomes.

The position requires a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an approved school, a state license to practice, a current valid CPR/BLS credential, and verification of qualifications by the State Department of Health Rehabilitation Therapies. Applicants must be able to communicate verbally and in writing, work well with others, perform tasks to established standards, and read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or more advanced level. Clinical Competence Certification from the American Speech and Hearing Association is preferred.

Requirements

• M.A. or M.S. degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an approved school.
• State license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Current, valid CPR/BLS credential.
• Verification of qualifications by the State Department of Health Rehabilitation Therapies, including license or certification number.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others.
• Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence.
• Willingness to uphold the company's vision, mission, and core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Excellence, and Reverence for the Individual.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical Competence Certification from the American Speech and Hearing Association.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and establish individualized treatment plans.
• Provide speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing therapy services.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers.
• Participate in care planning and discharge planning activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and professional practice standards.
• Support positive clinical outcomes and resident satisfaction.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday package
• 401(k) with employer match
• Continuing education and tuition assistance
• Professional licensure reimbursement
• Employee referral program
• Career growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time