Speech-Language Pathologist CF – Mentored Rehab Team

Western Slope Health Center in; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Slope Health Center in Placerville, CA is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow to join our rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing setting. This is an excellent opportunity for a new graduate to receive mentorship, develop clinical skills, and make a meaningful impact on residents' communication, cognition, and swallowing abilities.

You will work under supervision to provide evidence-based therapy, participate in team meetings, educate residents and

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Eligible for California Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellow licensure.
• Eligible to complete Clinical Fellowship requirements for ASHA CCC-SLP.
• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain upon hire if required).
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with electronic medical records is preferred (Net Health and PointClickCare a plus).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents to determine speech therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential under physician orders.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Provide treatment for communication, cognitive-linguistic disorders, and swallowing disorders.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Participate in care conferences, utilization review meetings, and rehabilitation meetings.
• Educate residents, caregivers, and families on treatment strategies, safety, swallowing precautions, and home programs.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation using electronic medical record systems.
• Assist with restorative nursing education and staff in-service training.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment following infection control and safety standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and rehabilitation program development.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

CA CF licensure eligibility

CCC-SLP eligibility

CPR certification

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Western Slope Health Center in Placerville, CA is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow to join our rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing setting. This is an excellent opportunity for a new graduate to receive mentorship, develop clinical skills, and make a meaningful impact on residents' communication, cognition, and swallowing abilities.

You will work under supervision to provide evidence-based therapy, participate in team meetings, educate residents and