SLP for Geriatric Rehab - Sign-On Bonus

Loudoun Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Loudoun Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to assess and treat residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing needs. You will develop individualized plans, document progress, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to promote safe swallowing and functional communication.

The role emphasizes evidence-based care, resident-centered outcomes, and active participation in care conferences and discharge

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality, evidence-based care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans based on resident needs and care goals.
• Monitor resident progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate.
• Administer and interpret diagnostic assessments related to communication and swallowing.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, occupational therapists, rehabilitation staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on communication strategies, swallowing precautions, and therapeutic exercises.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care conferences, and discharge planning.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Promote resident-centered care, safety, and functional independence.

Skills

CCC-SLP

State licensure

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Loudoun Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to assess and treat residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing needs. You will develop individualized plans, document progress, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to promote safe swallowing and functional communication.

The role emphasizes evidence-based care, resident-centered outcomes, and active participation in care conferences and discharge