Geriatric Speech-Language Pathologist: Meaningful Care

Methodist-Retirement-Communities; League City (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Retirement Communities is seeking a compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat communication, cognitive, voice, fluency, and swallowing needs of older adults in our Texas communities.

You'll develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based therapy, educate residents and families, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree from an accredited speech-language pathology program.
• Current Texas SLP license.
• ASHA CCC preferred.
• 2–3 years experience in skilled nursing or senior living.
• Experience with geriatric swallowing or cognitive-communication treatment preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate speech, language, voice, fluency, cognition, and swallowing.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide evidence-based therapy and monitor progress.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on strategies and safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, dietary, rehabilitation, and interdisciplinary partners.
• Complete evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge documentation.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Assessment

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

ASHA CCC

Job description

Methodist Retirement Communities is seeking a compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat communication, cognitive, voice, fluency, and swallowing needs of older adults in our Texas communities.

You'll develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based therapy, educate residents and families, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to achieve meaningful outcomes.