Speech Language Pathologist

Prestige Care Center of Fairfield; Fairfield (IA); On-site; USD 103,320; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$75/hour premium per diem pay rate

Flexible scheduling

Supportive in-house interdisciplinary team

Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education

Positive, team-oriented workplace culture

Job summary

Prestige Care Center of Fairfield is seeking a Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join their in-house rehabilitation team. The SLP will provide evaluations, develop and implement treatment plans for patients with speech and swallowing disorders. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a current Iowa license. The position offers a $75/hour pay rate, flexible scheduling, and professional growth opportunities in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Iowa Speech-Language Pathologist license (or eligibility).
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Prior experience in subacute, skilled nursing, or long-term care settings (preferred).
• Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations for speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapy services per physician orders and facility policies.
• Document evaluations and progress notes in the electronic medical record.
• Educate patients and families on communication and swallowing strategies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in case conferences and ongoing clinical training.
• Maintain compliance with regulations and facility policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Clinical reasoning

Time management skills

Compassionate, patient-centered approach

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current Iowa Speech-Language Pathologist license

CCC-SLP from ASHA

Job description

Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) – Per Diem

Prestige Care of Fairfield, Fairfield, IA

Department: In‑House Subacute Rehabilitation
Schedule: Per Diem / As Needed
Pay: $75/hour premium rate

About Prestige Care

At Prestige Care, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care that helps our residents and patients achieve their highest potential. Our in‑house therapy teams focus on individualized treatment and collaboration to support recovery, function, and independence.

Position Summary

Prestige Care – Fairfield is seeking a Per Diem Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our in‑house subacute rehabilitation team. The SLP will evaluate, plan, and provide treatment for residents and patients with speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders. This role supports the rehabilitation team in promoting optimal communication and swallowing function to enhance quality of life and successful transitions of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct speech, language, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing evaluations for patients in a subacute rehabilitation setting.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Provide direct therapy services in accordance with physician orders, regulatory standards, and facility policies.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on communication and swallowing strategies, home programs, and safety precautions.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (PT, OT, nursing, physicians, and social services) to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in case conferences, care planning meetings, and ongoing clinical training.
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations, as well as facility policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Required: Master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Required: Current Iowa Speech‑Language Pathologist license (or eligibility).
• Required: Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech‑Language Pathology (CCC‑SLP) from ASHA.
• Preferred: Prior experience in subacute, skilled nursing, or long‑term care settings.
• Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and time management skills.
• Compassionate, patient‑centered approach and commitment to quality care.

Benefits & Perks

• $75/hour premium per diem pay rate
• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive in‑house interdisciplinary team
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Positive, team‑oriented workplace culture