Compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (Skilled Nursing)

Sweetwater Care; New Philadelphia (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in New Philadelphia is seeking a compassionate Speech Therapist to provide comprehensive therapy to residents, focusing on speech, language, and swallowing. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology, state licensure, and experience in long-term care; strong communication skills are essential for interactions with residents, families, staff, and physicians.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited university.
• Current state licensure in the state practicing.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing, preferred.
• Possess effective communication skills to maintain positive relationships with residents, families, staff, physicians, consultants, providers, and the community.
• Current knowledge of local, state and federal guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to guidelines and standards.
• Provide professional treatment for rehabilitation of speech, language, hearing, oral motor, swallowing and cognitive disorders.
• Plan activities and provide therapeutic services for speech and language disorders.
• Serve as a patient advocate and participate in quality assurance and customer service activities.
• Perform patient evaluations and develop treatment plans with short-term and long-term goals.
• Carry out patient care plans and determine progression within care plan.

Skills

Communication skills

State licensure

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology

High school diploma

Job description

Sweetwater Care in New Philadelphia is seeking a compassionate Speech Therapist to provide comprehensive therapy to residents, focusing on speech, language, and swallowing. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology, state licensure, and experience in long-term care; strong communication skills are essential for interactions with residents, families, staff, and physicians.