Geriatric SLP: Independent Assessments & Rehab Impact

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Manchester (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Manchester, TN is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Skilled Nursing facility team. The SLP will assess residents, develop and implement therapy plans, and work independently with strong documentation and patient-centered care.

Qualified candidates hold an accredited SLP degree and a valid TN license. This role offers both full-time and PRN opportunities with competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Valid TN state license/registration required.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric settings preferred.
• Excellent documentation and patient-centered care required.
• Ability to evaluate and treat independently without direct supervision.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide patient-centered care.
• Punctual, professional, and reliable with excellent clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct care.
• Develop and implement treatment plans with goals aligned to patient capacity.
• Document patient progress, outcomes, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapy approaches.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to optimize care.
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality and HIPAA.

Skills

Geriatric care

Independent evaluation

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient service

Punctual & professional

Education

Speech-Language Pathology degree

Tools

TN licensure

Job description

Manchester Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Manchester, TN is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Skilled Nursing facility team. The SLP will assess residents, develop and implement therapy plans, and work independently with strong documentation and patient-centered care.

Qualified candidates hold an accredited SLP degree and a valid TN license. This role offers both full-time and PRN opportunities with competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.