Speech Therapist

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation; Pueblo County (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Earned wage access (Tapcheck)

Career development

Job summary

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation in Colorado is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist with a passion for improving residents’ quality of life in a skilled nursing setting. The role involves evaluation, treatment planning, and providing comprehensive speech therapy services to residents under physician orders.

CFY with SNF experience are welcome; licensure requirements include Colorado SLP licensure and CCC-SLP per ASHA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Active or in-process Colorado SLP licensure.
• CCC-SLP certification from ASHA preferred.
• BLS/CPR certification per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Implement speech therapy treatments per medical orders.
• Collaborate with therapy team and physicians on patient progress.
• Document evaluations, progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Provide a full range of speech therapy modalities as needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Leadership

Self-motivation

HIPAA compliance

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Colorado SLP licensure

CCC-SLP (ASHA)

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation

We are currently seeking a caring, passionate and dynamic Speech Therapist, who is looking for an opportunity to have a direct, positive impact the lives of our patients and direct care staff on a daily basis, to join our therapy team. You will work in a skilled nursing environment, making a tremendous difference in the lives of your patients and helping them regain quality of life. If you have a true passion for providing seniors with unparalleled short- and long-term care, and if you meet our qualifications, we want to talk with you. CFY with skilled nursing experience are welcome!

At Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation we believe our team is the foundation of exceptional care. We are proud to foster a workplace culture built on compassion, respect, and professional growth. Whether you're providing direct care or supporting our operations, your contributions are deeply valued and make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salaries that recognize your skills and dedication

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to support your health and well-being

• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can recharge and take care of what matters most

• Tapcheck – Access your earned wages before payday

• Ongoing Training & Career Development to help you grow professionally

• A collaborative and inclusive team environment where your voice matters

Join us and become part of a community that cares deeply—for our residents, for each other, and for the future of skilled nursing care.

Work Schedule

Full-time or Part-time - Variable Shift based on 90% productivity

Pay Range

$40 - $50 / Hour depending on experience

JOB SUMMARY

The Speech Language Pathologist reports to the manager/director and performs speech language pathology services (both evaluation and treatment) as assigned by that manager/director.

JOB DUTIES

• Perform patient evaluations and develop treatment plan, including short-term and long-term goals, consistent with physician orders and appropriate for the patient’s overall medical condition.

• Carry out patient care plans or portions thereof, determining appropriate progression of patients within the realm of the established care plan.

• Perform tests and complex treatments individually or with assistance as needed.

• Collaborate with occupational therapists, physical therapists, physicians and other members of the healthcare team relative to individual patient treatment programs and progress.

• Document patient evaluations, treatment progress notes, and discharge summaries for the patient’s medical records in a timely manner as defined by the department policy manual.

• Providing a full range of speech therapy modalities consistent with previous education, experience and clinical needs.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program

• Current state licensure or in the process of licensure in this state

• Current basic Life Support certification in accordance state regulations

• Must be clinically driven, dependable, and self-motivated

• Can adjust with changes in medical field with according to CDC guidelines.

• Should have as a minimum, 1 year experience in a skilled nursing facility, preferred

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions and accept constructive criticism

• Must possess leadership ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.

• Must possess good judgement and can maintain highly confidential information.

• Must be knowledgeable of HIPAA compliance and requirements.
  Licensure: Colorado SLP licensure and Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.

Open to new graduates as well as students needing fellowship experience.

Affirmative Action Statement

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Administrator.