Onsite Geriatric Speech-Language Pathologist

Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Part time

Job summary

Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living in Ashburn, VA, is seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist to join an onsite team dedicated to resident-centered care. This role eliminates travel and focuses on building lasting connections with residents within a single community.

The SLP evaluates and treats communication, cognitive-linguistic, voice, and swallowing disorders, developing individualized plans to help residents achieve functional goals.

Qualifications

• Current Speech-Language Pathology license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with geriatric populations is preferred but not required.
• Passion for providing high-quality, resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive speech, language, cognitive, voice and swallowing evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on treatment strategies and communication techniques.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory and organizational guidelines.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to support resident-centered care.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Participate in care planning and team meetings.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Geriatric population experience

Education

Speech-Language Pathology license (Virginia)

Job description

Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living in Ashburn, VA, is seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist to join an onsite team dedicated to resident-centered care. This role eliminates travel and focuses on building lasting connections with residents within a single community.

The SLP evaluates and treats communication, cognitive-linguistic, voice, and swallowing disorders, developing individualized plans to help residents achieve functional goals.