Geriatric SLP — Impactful Rehab Team & Growth

The Providence Groups, LLC; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Savings

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Growth Opportunities

Collaborative In-House Rehabilitation팀

Job summary

Providence Pointe Healthcare in Paducah, KY seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team. The SLP evaluates and treats elders with communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing disorders, developing individualized plans to promote independence and quality of life.

The role collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, provides dysphagia treatment, educates families, and ensures documentation meets standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Kentucky SLP license or eligibility for licensure.
• ASHA CCC-SLP preferred.
• Geriatric rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each elder's needs and goals.
• Provide dysphagia treatment and recommend safe swallowing strategies.
• Collaborate with nursing, dietary, and rehabilitation teams to coordinate care.
• Educate elders, families, and caregivers on therapeutic strategies.
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards.
• Participate in care planning and discharge recommendations.

Skills

Strong communication

Clinical judgment

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Providence Pointe Healthcare in Paducah, KY seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team. The SLP evaluates and treats elders with communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing disorders, developing individualized plans to promote independence and quality of life.

The role collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, provides dysphagia treatment, educates families, and ensures documentation meets standards.