Impactful Speech Therapist - Long-Term Care

Sweetwater Care; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Topeka, KS is seeking a compassionate Speech Therapist to provide comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing therapy in a skilled nursing setting. You will evaluate residents, create individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with families and staff to improve communication and safety.

Qualifications include a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, current licensure, and experience in long-term care.

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.
• High school diploma required.
• Must possess strong communication skills and patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Direct evaluation and treatment of residents with speech, language, voice, or cognitive disorders.
• Develop and implement treatment plans with short- and long-term goals.
• Educate families and document progress per guidelines.
• Provide professional therapy using evidence-based methods.
• Plan activities and therapeutic services for speech and language disorders.
• Advocate for patients and participate in quality assurance activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Education

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Topeka, KS is seeking a compassionate Speech Therapist to provide comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing therapy in a skilled nursing setting. You will evaluate residents, create individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with families and staff to improve communication and safety.

Qualifications include a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, current licensure, and experience in long-term care.