Speech Language Pathologist SLP

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

In-house therapy model

Flexible scheduling

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Disability insurance

EAP

Career development

Clinician input in care

Job summary

Cascadia Healthcare is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our Portland, Oregon team. This full-time or PRN role focuses on evaluating and treating residents with speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive concerns in a sub-acute/skilled nursing setting.

The SLP will work under physician plans, develop treatment goals, and collaborate with rehab and nursing staff to ensure patient-centered care. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Current SLP license required by state law.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Skilled nursing or post-acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate residents and develop care plans.
• Provide direct patient treatment under physician guidance.
• Design rehab programs to improve communication and swallowing.
• Administer and interpret hearing and speech tests.
• Document evaluations and treatment notes in records.
• Collaborate with rehab staff and nursing team.
• Maintain HIPAA privacy and attend shifts punctually.

Skills

Clinical communication

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Speech Language Pathology

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

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.

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.