Perm Speech-Language Pathologist

Talented-Medical-Solutions; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend rotation available

Job summary

Talented-Medical-Solutions in Orono, Maine, is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to support residents across skilled nursing, memory care, and assisted living communities. The role offers a diverse clinical environment with opportunities to impact care at multiple levels.

You'll evaluate and treat speech, language, cognition, communication, and swallowing needs, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote dignity and quality of life for residents.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current or eligible Maine SLP licensure.
• ASHA certification or eligibility preferred.
• Strong interest in working with older adults and diverse clinical populations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents across skilled nursing, rehabilitation, memory support, and assisted living populations.
• Assess speech, language, cognition, communication, and swallowing needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on resident goals and clinical presentation.
• Provide evidence-based speech-language therapy interventions.
• Support residents with cognitive-communication needs, including dementia.
• Evaluate and treat swallowing and feeding disorders when indicated.
• Collaborate with nursing, dietary, therapy, and care teams to promote safe and effective care.
• Provide education to residents, families, caregivers, and staff.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning.
• Support functional communication and independence in daily activities.
• Monitor progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Complete required clinical documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Contribute to a positive environment focused on resident dignity, engagement, and quality of life.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Compassionate patient-centered care

Adaptability

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Maine SLP licensure or eligibility

ASHA certification or eligibility

Job description

Location: Orono, Maine
Compensation: $39.50–$44.00 per hour
Schedule: 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday
Weekend Rotation: Yes
Setting: Skilled Nursing & Assisted/Senior Living Community
Facility Size: 80+ Skilled Nursing Beds + 10 Assisted Living Residents
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

Looking for an SLP role where your clinical expertise can make an impact across different levels of care? This Orono, Maine opportunity offers a diverse clinical environment with the chance to support residents in skilled nursing, memory support, and assisted/senior living.

The community provides post-hospital and short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, respite services, specialized memory support for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, and assisted/senior living services.

The facility also incorporates a Balance in Action program within its assisted living community, giving clinicians the opportunity to contribute to programs focused on maintaining function, mobility, independence, and quality of life.

This is a great fit for an SLP who enjoys variety and wants to see the broader impact of therapy beyond a traditional rehabilitation setting.

Why Join This Team?

Competitive compensation of $39.50–$44.00 per hour

Diverse clinical environment spanning multiple levels of care

Opportunity to work with both rehabilitation and long-term residents

Specialized memory support services for residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia

Exposure to assisted and senior living populations

Opportunity to contribute to wellness-focused programming

Collaborative interdisciplinary team

Excellent opportunity for both experienced clinicians and new graduates

Responsibilities

Evaluate residents across skilled nursing, rehabilitation, memory support, and assisted living populations

Assess speech, language, cognition, communication, and swallowing needs

Develop individualized treatment plans based on resident goals and clinical presentation

Provide evidence-based speech-language therapy interventions

Support residents with cognitive-communication needs, including those experiencing cognitive decline or dementia

Evaluate and treat swallowing and feeding disorders when indicated

Collaborate with nursing, dietary, therapy, and care teams to promote safe and effective care

Provide education to residents, families, caregivers, and staff

Participate in interdisciplinary care planning

Support functional communication and independence in daily activities

Monitor progress and modify treatment plans as needed

Complete required clinical documentation accurately and efficiently

Contribute to a positive environment focused on resident dignity, engagement, and quality of life

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program

Current or eligible Maine SLP licensure

ASHA certification or eligibility preferred

Strong interest in working with older adults and diverse clinical populations

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team

Compassionate and patient-centered approach

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

From short-term rehabilitation to memory support and assisted living, this position offers the chance to build a well-rounded SLP career while working with residents at different stages of care.

If you enjoy variety, collaboration, and helping people maintain their independence and quality of life, this could be a particularly rewarding setting for you.