Speech‑Language Pathologist FT

The Palace Care Center; Maple Shade Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Palace Care Center in Maple Shade Township, NJ, seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services across acute to long‑term care settings. The role emphasizes evidence‑based, patient‑centered care within facility policies and regulatory guidelines.

The candidate should have a Master’s in Speech‑Language Pathology, state licensure or eligibility, and a CCC‑SLP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure.
• CCC‑SLP from ASHA preferred.
• Previous experience in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing function.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient needs.
• Provide direct therapy services to patients across acute, subacute, outpatient, or long‑term care settings.
• Document assessments, treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, rehabilitation staff, and other interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated patient care.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding treatment goals, strategies, and home programs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and continuing education activities.
• Maintain compliance with ethical standards, HIPAA regulations, and state/federal guidelines.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State licensure or eligibility

Job description

Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP)

Job Description – Healthcare Facility

Position Summary The Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) provides diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients with speech, language, cognitive‑communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders within a healthcare setting. This role ensures the delivery of evidence‑based, patient‑centered care in compliance with facility policies, professional standards, and regulatory guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing function

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient needs

• Provide direct therapy services to patients across acute, subacute, outpatient, or long‑term care settings

• Document assessments, treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, rehabilitation staff, and other interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated patient care

• Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding treatment goals, strategies, and home programs

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and continuing education activities

• Maintain compliance with ethical standards, HIPAA regulations, and state/federal guidelines

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited program

• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP) from ASHA preferred

• Previous experience in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting preferred

• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Work Environment & Schedule

• Full‑time, part‑time, or per‑diem opportunities may be available

• May include inpatient, outpatient, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation settings

• Schedule may require flexibility based on patient needs and facility operations