Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

HealthPro Heritage; Milledgeville (GA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

HealthPro Heritage in Milledgeville, GA is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to join the Georgia War Veterans Home team. You will assess and treat residents with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing needs in a SNF/long-term care setting.

Collaborate with an established rehab team to provide evidence-based therapies, document progress, and educate patients and families. This role offers a compassionate, veteran-focused environment with opportunities to work across diverse

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible
• Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) (CCC-SLP).
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, voice, and swallowing abilities using standardized tests and clinical observations. Develop accurate diagnoses based on assessment results.
• Implement evidence-based therapies for speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders; monitor and adjust treatment plans; educate and support patients and families on disorders, treatment strategies, and daily communication improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Work with healthcare providers to ensure effective patient care and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.

Skills

Assessment skills

Diagnostic abilities

Therapy abilities

Communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Speech Language Pathology

State licensure or eligible

ASHA CCC-SLP certification

Job description

Overview

HealthPro Heritage has a greatFull-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Opportunityat the Georgia War Veterans Home in Milledgeville, GA.

Join our compassionate therapy team where you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our veteran residents. Work alongside a skilled, supportive team to provide personalized care, helping residents improve communication, cognition, swallowing, and overall independence in a nurturing environment.

• SNF/Long-Term Care Setting in a beautiful veteran-focused environment
• Established Rehab Team
• Opportunity for varied case work, including speech, language, cognition, and dysphagia
• Opportunity to work with residents in skilled nursing and sub-acute rehabilitation settings
• Pay range: $50-$53/hr depending on experience

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
• Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
• Collaborative Culture:Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
• Commitment to Excellence:Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
• Competitive Benefits Package:Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, voice, and swallowing abilities using standardized tests and clinical observations. Develop accurate diagnoses based on assessment results.
• Treatment and Education: Implement evidence-based therapies for speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders; monitor and adjust treatment plans; educate and support patients and families on disorders, treatment strategies, and daily communication improvement.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Collaboration: Work with healthcare providers to ensure effective patient care and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible
• Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) (CCC-SLP).
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.