Speech-Language Pathologist | Geriatric Rehab & Team Care

Life Care Centers of America; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus $10k

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide direct speech therapy to patients under physician referral in a skilled long-term care setting. The role involves collaborating with nursing, therapy, and medical staff to support functional progress in a patient-centered environment.

Requirements include MS/MA in SLP, ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility, active state licensure, CPR certification, and 1 year of experience preferred (new grads welcome).

Qualifications

• MS/MA in Speech-Language Pathology required
• ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility required
• Licensed in the applicable state and in good standing
• CPR certification at hire or during orientation

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide direct speech-language pathology services
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team
• Document progress and communicate with families and physicians
• Maintain patient rights and safety standards

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient-focused care

Education

MS/MA in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility

State licensure

CPR certification (or during orientation)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email proficiency

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide direct speech therapy to patients under physician referral in a skilled long-term care setting. The role involves collaborating with nursing, therapy, and medical staff to support functional progress in a patient-centered environment.

Requirements include MS/MA in SLP, ASHA CCCs or CFY eligibility, active state licensure, CPR certification, and 1 year of experience preferred (new grads welcome).