Speech Language Pathologist

Blue Stone Therapy; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

401(k) plan

PTO & holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Continuing education & development

Additional benefits

Job summary

Blue Stone Therapy is expanding in Omaha, NE, seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to help establish a new therapy program in a skilled nursing partnership. You will deliver patient-centered care, evaluate and treat communication, cognitive and swallowing disorders, and contribute to a collaborative care team from day one.

The role offers clinical autonomy with supportive leadership, opportunities for professional growth, and a path to build a strong therapy program within our established Omaha

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Current Speech-Language Pathologist license or eligibility for licensure in Nebraska.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Experience in skilled nursing, post-acute, or geriatric settings is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient goals.
• Provide evidence-based interventions to improve speech, language, cognition, communication, and swallowing function.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies to support communication, cognition, and safe swallowing.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate.
• Collaborate with nursing, physicians, dietary, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Contribute to the development and success of a new therapy program through teamwork, communication, and patient-centered care.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program

Job description

Description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Omaha, NE Be part of something new from the very beginning! Blue Stone Therapy is expanding our presence in the Omaha area with a new skilled nursing partnership, and we're building the therapy team. We are seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) who is excited to help establish a strong therapy program while delivering individualized, patient-centered care in a collaborative and supportive environment. This is a great opportunity to join an established Blue Stone Therapy market while helping shape a new therapy team and facility partnership from day one.

Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®

Why Join Blue Stone Therapy?

• Be part of a new skilled nursing therapy partnership
• Help build a strong therapy program from the beginning
• Join Blue Stone Therapy’s established and growing Omaha-area team
• Collaborative interdisciplinary rehabilitation team
• Clinical autonomy with supportive leadership
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive benefits for eligible employees

What You'll Do

• Evaluate and treat patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient goals
• Provide evidence-based interventions to improve speech, language, cognition, communication, and swallowing function
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies to support communication, cognition, and safe swallowing
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate
• Collaborate with nursing, physicians, dietary, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards
• Contribute to the development and success of a new therapy program through teamwork, communication, and patient-centered care

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program
• Current Speech-Language Pathologist license or eligibility for licensure in Nebraska

What Will Help You Succeed

• Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Passion for helping patients improve communication, swallowing, and quality of life
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
• Positive attitude and willingness to help build a strong therapy program
• Skilled nursing, post-acute, or geriatric experience is helpful but not required

About Blue Stone Therapy

Since 2009, Blue Stone Therapy has partnered with skilled nursing and senior living communities throughout the Midwest to deliver high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. Our therapists are supported by experienced leaders, collaborative teams, and a shared commitment to helping patients achieve meaningful outcomes.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Additional benefits available based on eligibility

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of applicable plans or programs.

Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer