Speech Language Pathologist

Legacy Healthcare Services; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 53,726 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical/dental/vision/prescription/pet insurance

Paid time off (PTO) with rollover and buyout options

Company-paid group life

Flex spending account

Voluntary life, short-term and long-term disability insurance

Licensure reimbursement

Company-provided CEUs and unlimited online CEUs

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Legacy Healthcare Services is seeking a compassionate Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Melbourne, Florida. This role focuses on evaluating and treating patients for swallowing disorders and communication impairments while establishing individualized treatment goals.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in speech language pathology and relevant licensure. Enjoy a desirable Monday-Friday schedule with no weekend requirements, plus benefits like medical insurance and CEUs for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited graduate program in speech language pathology school.
• Current state license as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP, or ability to obtain prior to beginning employment.
• Excellent interpersonal, fiscal, and clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients for swallowing disorders and cognitive impairments.
• Establish treatment goals and implement appropriate treatment programs.
• Provide rehabilitative services under specific medical orders.
• Participate in clinical conferences to coordinate patient care.
• Individualize treatment sessions through private treatment.
• Maintain a desirable Monday-Friday schedule without weekend or holiday work.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent fiscal skills

Excellent clinical skills

Education

Master’s Degree in speech language pathology

Job description

Experience a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) career that’s full of joy, purpose, and opportunities to grow. We’re seeking talented, creative, and compassionate professionals who enjoy building relationships with patients, learning new ways to deliver care, and being part of a team dedicated to helping senior patients live their best lives.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients for swallowing disorders and communication/cognitive impairments, utilizing a variety of evidence‑based therapeutic techniques.
• Establish treatment goals, as well as develop and implement appropriate Speech Pathology treatment programs based upon a full clinical evaluation.
• Provide rehabilitative services to patients under specific medical orders as part of a coordinated team.
• Participate in clinical conferences to share and coordinate the plan of care for patients.
• Treat residents one on one so each patient gets individualized attention through private treatment sessions with a function‑based treatment approach.
• The ability to individualize treatment sessions.
• Desirable Monday‑Friday schedule with no weekend or holiday requirements.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical/dental/vision/prescription/pet insurance for qualified positions.
• Paid time off (PTO) with rollover and buyout options at year’s end for qualified positions.
• Company‑paid group life
• Flex spending account.
• Voluntary life, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability insurance.
• Licensure reimbursement.
• Company‑provided CEUs and unlimited online CEUs for full‑time employees.
• Career advancement opportunities.

About Our Organization

Our not‑for‑profit organization offers personalized therapeutic care for residents within senior living communities, offering rehabilitative care that helps improve their quality of life. Our organization was founded by and continues to be led by therapists. We are one of the largest providers of on‑site senior therapy care in the country, serving nearly 500 senior living communities throughout the U.S. and growing! We are leaders in innovation and personalized care, which makes us a preferred provider for senior adults residing in the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited graduate program in speech language pathology school.
• Current state license as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP, or ability to obtain prior to beginning employment.
• Excellent interpersonal, fiscal, and clinical skills.

USD $39.00 - $47.00 /Hr.

Legacy Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.