Speech Language Pathologist

Blue Stone Therapy • Cherokee, IA

9h • $36 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Blue Stone Therapy is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide therapy services to adult and geriatric patients at Cherokee Specialty Care in Cherokee, IA. This role focuses on evaluating and treating adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting. The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for assessments, care plan development, and implementation of treatment programs addressing dysphagia, swallowing disorders, cognitive-communication deficits, voice disorders, and speech and language impairments.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Current Speech Language Pathologist license (or eligibility for licensure) in applicable state
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation preferred
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards

Responsibilities

• Perform speech therapy evaluations and develop individualized plans of care
• Provide skilled speech language pathology services focused on functional and measurable outcomes
• Treat swallowing disorders, dysphagia, cognitive deficits, communication disorders, and voice impairments
• Participate in discharge planning and development of maintenance programs
• Supervise Speech Language Pathology Assistants where applicable and in accordance with licensure standards
• Maintain appropriate patient schedules per established guidelines
• Complete timely, accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement requirements
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level