Speech Language Pathologist

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact Recruiting Solutions is seeking a licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join a Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility in Milford, DE. This role focuses on improving communication, swallowing, and cognitive-communication skills in geriatric patients within a collaborative clinical team.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, supervising CFYs, documenting in HIPAA-compliant systems, and educating families on strategies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Delaware State SLP license; valid transportation to patients' residences.
• ASHA CCC-SLP or Clinical Fellow eligibility.
• Experience in skilled nursing facilities or geriatric populations preferred.
• Strong skills in dysphagia management and cognitive-communication therapy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Provide therapy in a skilled nursing facility, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
• Supervise CFYs and support staff per state guidelines.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic strategies and safe swallowing techniques.

Skills

Dysphagia management

Cognitive-communication therapy

Patient assessments

Compassionate approach

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Delaware SLP license

CCC-SLP eligibility/CFY

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist - Milford, DE (#SL8482790)

Location: Milford, DE
Employment Type: Full-Time
Hourly Rate: $38 - $41 per hour

About Impact Recruiting Solutions

Impact Recruiting Solutions is a dedicated recruitment partner connecting healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities. We collaborate with hospitals, clinics, and multi-specialty facilities to match skilled individuals with roles that align with their expertise and career aspirations.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join a Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility in Milford, DE. This role focuses on delivering high-quality care to geriatric patients, addressing speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive disorders in a collaborative clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Provide therapy in a skilled nursing facility setting, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (nurses, OT/PT, physicians).
• Supervise Clinical Fellows (CFYs) and support staff per state guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with facility and regulatory standards (HIPAA, Medicare).
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic strategies and safe swallowing techniques.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Active Delaware State SLP license; Must have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) or eligibility as a Clinical Fellow.
• Experience: Prior experience in skilled nursing facilities or with geriatric populations preferred.
• Technical Skills: Expertise in dysphagia management, cognitive-communication therapy, and patient assessments.
• Soft Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork abilities; compassionate patient-centered approach.

Benefits

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation:
  • Earn $38 - $41 per hour based on experience.
• Work Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday,8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (with weekend rotations as needed).
• Professional Growth:
  • Opportunities for mentorship and leadership development in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Impactful Work:
  • Improve patient outcomes in a mission-driven skilled nursing facility.