Speech Language Pathologist SLP

Cascadia Healthcare; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 72,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house therapy model

Flexible scheduling

Health insurance (medical)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth

Job summary

Cascadia Healthcare is seeking an experienced Speech Language Pathologist to join our Portland, Oregon teams. We offer full-time and PRN opportunities with flexible scheduling and an in-house therapy model as part of our facility teams.

You will evaluate and treat residents with speech, swallowing, and cognitive disorders while following state and federal guidelines. The position emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with rehab and nursing staff, HIPAA privacy, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Current license in Speech Language Pathology as required by state law.
• Valid CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate patients; develop appropriate care plans.
• Provide direct patient treatment under physician direction.
• Conduct rehabilitative programs to improve communication, swallowing, or cognitive function.
• Administer, score, and interpret hearing and speech tests.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on therapy plans and home practice.
• Document evaluations, daily notes, and progress summaries.
• Maintain patient privacy and HIPAA compliance.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Description

Speech Language Pathologist

Cascadia Healthcare is Growing! We’re looking for passionate Speech Language Pathologists to join our teams in Portland, Oregon! Full-time and PRN opportunities with flexible scheduling! Cascadia Healthcare is a leading provider in the skilled nursing industry, driven by a shared commitment to service and doing good for others. With operations across Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Arizona, our mission is to be a Force for Good, for our residents, our employees, and the communities we serve.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: $52-$60/hour (depending on experience)
• In-house therapy model and be a part of our facility team
• Flexible scheduling with work-life balance in mind
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick days
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career growth & development with opportunities to expand your skills and advance professionally.
• Leadership that values clinician input and patient-centered care

Position Summary

A Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) will evaluate and treat residents/patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines. They will evaluate the resident’s/patient’s speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency and develop treatment plans. They will treat the residents/patients based on a physician’s treatment plan.

Essential Functions

• Screens and evaluates patients/residents and develops appropriate care plan.
• Under a physician's direction, provides direct patient/resident treatment based on established plan of care.
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and/or swallowing or cognitive problems.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Instructs residents/patients, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills.
• Completes required forms and clinical records in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• Documents in patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.
• Provides comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility setting.
• Works collaboratively with other rehab therapists and nursing staff in a supportive team-working environment.
• Maintains resident/patient privacy pursuant to HIPAA.
• Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
• Develops treatment plans, including short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
• Communicates the resident’s/patient’s speech therapy program to the family and/or guardian.
• Keeps written documentation including evaluations, daily notes and weekly summaries.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology required.

Licenses/Certification

• Current license in Speech Language Therapy as required by state law.
• Valid CPR/BLS certification required.

Experience

• Skilled nursing facility, post-acute, or long-term care experience preferred

Cascadia Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Cascadia Healthcare is a network of skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities focused on delivering compassionate, outcome-driven care across the region.

Join a team where your work truly changes lives.