SLP

Alvarado Care Center; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house rehab program

Competitive pay & benefits

Flexible scheduling

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Valley Oaks Post Acute in California seeks a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our in-house rehabilitation team. You will provide resident-centered therapy to improve communication, cognition, swallowing, and independence, developing individualized treatment plans and documenting progress.

New graduates are welcome; we value collaboration, patient-focused care, and a supportive environment that helps residents thrive and families feel confident in care decisions.

Qualifications

• Active Speech-Language Pathology state license in good standing.
• Current ASHA certification.
• License in good standing with all applicable boards and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Educate residents, families, caregivers, and clinical staff
• Collaborate on diagnostic swallowing procedures, including MBSS and FEES
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation
• Communicate changes in resident conditions to the care team
• Support restorative nursing and interdisciplinary care initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all professional, legal, and confidentiality standards

Skills

Active SLP license

ASHA Certification

Strong communication

Tools

Net Health EDS

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Valley Oaks Post Acute is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our in-house rehabilitation team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Speech Pathologist who is passionate about helping residents improve communication, cognition, swallowing, and overall independence. As part of our collaborative in-house rehabilitation team, you will provide personalized, resident-centered therapy and develop individualized treatment plans that support meaningful progress, improved function, and a higher quality of life. New SLP graduates are welcome to apply.

Why Join Our Team?

• In-house rehabilitation program
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive, team-oriented environment

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents’ lives

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Educate residents, families, caregivers, and clinical staff
• Collaborate on diagnostic swallowing procedures, including MBSS and FEES
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentationCommunicate changes in resident conditions to the care team
• Support restorative nursing and interdisciplinary care initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all professional, legal, and confidentiality standards

Qualifications

• Active Speech-Language Pathology state license in good standing
• Current ASHA certification
• License in good standing with all applicable boards and agencies
• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred
• Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred
• Strong communication and clinical skills

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents while growing your career with a supportive in-house team.

All inquiries will be kept confidential.

AA/EEO/M/F/D/V

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Speech-Language Pathology state license (Preferred)

Work Location: In person