Speech‑Language Pathologist FT

The Palace Care Center; Maple Shade Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Palace Care Center is seeking an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients with speech, language, cognitive‑communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders in a healthcare setting.

The role involves evaluating function, developing treatment plans, delivering direct therapy across multiple care settings, and ensuring documentation and compliance with ethical standards and HIPAA.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure.
• CCC-SLP from ASHA preferred.
• Experience in healthcare or rehabilitation setting preferred.

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

Strong clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure

CCC-SLP from ASHA preferred

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