Speech Therapist

Taconic Health Care; Hopewell (PA); On-site; USD 52,348 - 60,779; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time schedule

Collaborative team environment

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Taconic Health Care is seeking a Part-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) at Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing in Hopewell. The position offers a flexible schedule in a compassionate environment, focusing on helping residents regain communication, cognitive, and swallowing functions. Responsibilities include evaluating residents, developing care plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Qualified candidates must have a degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a current SLP license. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $38.00 to $44.12, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Current Speech-Language Pathologist license is necessary.
• Experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat residents with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on communication and swallowing strategies.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current SLP license

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)

Job description

Fishkill, Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Hopewell, 3 Summit Court, Fishkill, NY 12524, USA

Pay $38.00 to $44.12 per hour. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors including skill set, experience, location, shift, benefit selection or other job‑related reasons.

Description

Part‑Time Speech Therapist (SLP)

Taconic at Hopewell | Hopewell Junction, NY
Part‑Time | Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation | $38.00/hour‑$44.12/hour

Taconic at Hopewell is seeking a compassionate and skilled Part‑Time Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our interdisciplinary rehabilitation team. This role offers schedule flexibility and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact helping residents regain communication, cognitive, and swallowing function.

Why Join Taconic at Hopewell

• Flexible part‑time schedule to support work–life balance
• Collaborative therapy and nursing team environment
• Modern rehabilitation programs focused on patient outcomes
• Opportunity to work with diverse post‑acute and long‑term care populations
• Supportive leadership and mission‑driven culture

Position Summary

The Speech‑Language Pathologist provides evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders for residents in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. The SLP collaborates with the care team to improve safety, independence, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat residents with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
• Develop and implement individualized care plans
• Perform dysphagia assessments and recommend safe dietary modifications
• Collaborate with nursing, dietary, and rehabilitation teams
• Educate residents, families, and staff on communication and swallowing strategies
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory standards
• Support quality measures and patient outcome goals

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology
• Current SLP license (required)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP) preferred
• Experience in skilled nursing or post‑acute care preferred
• Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills

Schedule

• Part‑time with flexible hours
• Potential for additional hours based on census and program needs
• Competitive hourly rate
• Supportive team environment
• Continuing education opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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