Speech Language Pathologist

PACS Group (United Kingdom); Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay

Full-time employment

Collaborative interdisciplinary team

Opportunities to contribute to rehab

Job summary

Roseville Care Center in Roseville, CA seeks a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team. Starting at $65.00 per hour, DOE, full-time opportunity, with meaningful work impacting residents’ health and independence.

Responsibilities include resident evaluation, planning and delivering therapies, education to families, supervision of CFYs, and interprofessional collaboration. Licensure in CA required; CPR may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent for licensure.
• Master's or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology preferred.
• Experience in skilled nursing facility or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems.
• Experience with Net Health and PointClickCare preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with an interdisciplinary healthcare team and provide resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents to determine speech-language needs and rehabilitation potential.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions for communication, cognitive, and swallowing issues.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on goals and exercises.
• Recommend equipment to support safe swallowing and communication.
• Communicate progress with physicians, nursing staff, and families.
• Supervise Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellows (CFYs) and students as applicable.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in medical records.

Skills

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Resident-centered care

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Master's or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Net Health

PointClickCare

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Full Time

Roseville Care Center | Roseville, CA Starting at $65.00 per hour, DOE | Full-Time Opportunity | Make a Difference Every Day!

Roseville Care Center is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and motivated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Resident Evaluation and Treatment

• Evaluate residents to determine speech-language pathology needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.


• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans based on resident needs and established goals.


• Provide appropriate therapeutic interventions to address communication, cognitive function, and swallowing difficulties.


• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, therapeutic exercises, maintenance programs, and aspiration prevention strategies.


• Recommend appropriate equipment and interventions to support safe swallowing, communication, and cognitive independence.

Teamwork and Communication

• Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.


• Participate in resident care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, rehabilitation meetings, and other interdisciplinary meetings as needed.


• Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides as appropriate.


• Provide in-service education and training to facility staff as needed.


• Supervise Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellows (CFYs) and students, when applicable, in accordance with state practice requirements.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in medical records in accordance with facility policies, regulatory requirements, and third-party payer guidelines.


• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control procedures, safety protocols, and equipment maintenance requirements.


• Protect the confidentiality of resident information.


• Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and rehabilitation program development as assigned.


• Maintain positive, professional relationships with residents, families, coworkers, and healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or a qualifying educational background required for professional licensure.


• Master's or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology preferred.


• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or rehabilitation setting preferred.


• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and computer applications.


• Experience with Net Health and PointClickCare preferred.


• Strong communication, organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team and provide compassionate, resident-centered care.

License and Certifications

• Current, valid California Speech-Language Pathology license in good standing, as applicable to the position.


• Must meet applicable continuing education and license renewal requirements.


• CPR certification, if required by applicable licensure or facility policy.


• Additional certifications as required or appropriate for the position.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May supervise Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellows (CFYs) and students, as applicable.

Physical Requirements

• The essential functions of this position require frequent standing and walking and occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling as needed to provide resident care and operate equipment.


• The position requires reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and manipulating objects and equipment.


• Physical demands may include exertion exceeding 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, or 20 pounds constantly.


• Resident handling, transfers, and mobility assistance must be performed in accordance with applicable safe residen

Why Join Roseville Care Center?

• Competitive starting pay of $65.00 per hour , depending on experience and qualifications.


• Full-time employment opportunity.


• Meaningful work that directly impacts residents' health, safety, and independence.


• Collaborative, interdisciplinary healthcare environment.


• Opportunities to contribute to rehabilitation program development and quality improvement.


• A chance to use your clinical expertise to improve residents' daily lives.