Speech Pathologist: Impactful Rehab Clinician

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield; Fritch (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and employee stock purchase

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield is seeking a Speech Pathologist to evaluate, treat, and support patients with speech and language needs in a compassionate, state-of-the-art inpatient setting.

You will join a team at a national leader in inpatient rehabilitation, with opportunities for professional growth and access to cutting‑edge technology, while delivering evidence-based therapy to help patients communicate more effectively.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
• Successful completion of SLP Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC).
• CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Master's degree preferred, or Bachelor’s degree with field experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating, assessing, developing, and administering personalized treatment plans for patients with speech and language rehabilitation needs.
• Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary.
• Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Skills

CCC Certification

CPR Certification

State Licensure

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree with field experience

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield is seeking a Speech Pathologist to evaluate, treat, and support patients with speech and language needs in a compassionate, state-of-the-art inpatient setting.

You will join a team at a national leader in inpatient rehabilitation, with opportunities for professional growth and access to cutting‑edge technology, while delivering evidence-based therapy to help patients communicate more effectively.