Speech-Language Pathologist - Rehab Team Leader

Rockport Healthcare Services; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockport Healthcare Services is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide direct patient care and support within a skilled nursing rehab setting in California. The role emphasizes evaluation and treatment of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, along with documenting services in medical records and collaborating with families and physicians.

The position requires supervising Clinical Fellows and other SLPs, maintaining high standards of patient care, and applying

Qualifications

• Knowledge of speech-language pathology evaluation and treatment related to speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Ability to supervise and direct assistants and aides.
• Ability to work with all levels of staff and patients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment programs to maximize speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities within patient limitations.
• Document services in medical records and ensure accurate billing alignment.
• Communicate with families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Supervise Clinical Fellows and other SLPs in direct patient care and related activities.
• Demonstrate safe working practices.

Skills

SLP evaluation

Supervision

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in SLP

Job description

Rockport Healthcare Services is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide direct patient care and support within a skilled nursing rehab setting in California. The role emphasizes evaluation and treatment of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, along with documenting services in medical records and collaborating with families and physicians.

The position requires supervising Clinical Fellows and other SLPs, maintaining high standards of patient care, and applying