SLP in Geriatric Care - $10K Sign-On + Telehealth

Bluegrass Consulting Group; Liberty Road (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Pay Increase

Daily Pay

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Telehealth Services

Double Pay on Holiday

Care Team Member Relief Fund

Job summary

West Liberty Nursing & Rehab is seeking a highly skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our geriatric rehab team. The SLP will evaluate and treat residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders, implementing individualized plans to enhance communication and safety.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, current state licensure, and CCC-SLP preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Active state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• CCC-SLP certification preferred; CF candidates may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing function.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and resident goals.
• Provide therapy targeting speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive-communication, and dysphagia disorders.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on communication strategies and safe swallowing.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans to optimize outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, engaging therapeutic environment and facilitate resident participation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care.
• Document evaluations, treatment sessions, and progress notes per facility policies and regulatory standards including Medicare/Medicaid.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and SNF regulatory requirements; collaborate with nursing and therapy staff.
• Maintain licensure and pursue ongoing professional development.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current state licensure

CCC-SLP preferred; CF candidates considered

Job description

West Liberty Nursing & Rehab is seeking a highly skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our geriatric rehab team. The SLP will evaluate and treat residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders, implementing individualized plans to enhance communication and safety.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, current state licensure, and CCC-SLP preferred.