PRN Speech Language Pathologist – Impactful Rehab Team

Shadelands Post Acute in; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Professional development

Team environment

Job summary

Shadelands Post Acute in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a compassionate Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – PRN to join our rehabilitation team. You will provide speech, language, cognitive and swallowing services to help patients achieve their highest level of function and independence.

This PRN role requires weekend availability; compensation is $68–$70 per hour, depending on experience. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, complete evaluations and documentation, participate in

Qualifications

• Current and active Speech Language Pathologist license.
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Experience with patient assessment, treatment planning, and clinical documentation.
• Compassionate, professional, and patient-centered approach.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized treatment plans and obtain appropriate physician authorization for services.
• Provide speech-language pathology services in accordance with physician orders and established treatment plans.
• Evaluate patients and develop appropriate goals and interventions based on clinical findings.
• Monitor and communicate patient progress, concerns, and changes in condition to supervisors, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review Meetings, Rehabilitation Conferences, and other care coordination activities as needed.
• Complete evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress notes, recertifications, discharge documentation, and other required records accurately and timely.
• Document treatment changes and modifications in accordance with facility policies, professional standards, and payer requirements.
• Provide education and training to patients, families, caregivers, and nursing staff regarding therapeutic strategies, maintenance programs, and safe swallowing practices.
• Support effective discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Assist with staff education, in-service training, and clinical development programs.
• Maintain compliance with applicable Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board regulations, state practice acts, facility policies, and professional standards.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with patients, families, coworkers, and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical documentation

Communication skills

Patient-centered

Organizational skills

Education

Speech Language Pathologist license

Job description

Shadelands Post Acute in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a compassionate Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – PRN to join our rehabilitation team. You will provide speech, language, cognitive and swallowing services to help patients achieve their highest level of function and independence.

This PRN role requires weekend availability; compensation is $68–$70 per hour, depending on experience. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, complete evaluations and documentation, participate in