Speech Therapist- Long-term care facility

Naples-Health-and-Reha; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Naples-Health-and-Reha is seeking a dedicated Speech Therapist for a long-term care setting to assess, develop, and implement personalized speech and language therapy plans for residents. You will support communication, swallowing safety, and overall quality of life while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Join our compassionate team in delivering direct therapy services, documenting progress in EMR/EHR systems, and engaging with families on strategies and home programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in speech-language pathology for geriatrics.
• Ability to assess swallowing safety and communication disorders.
• Proficiency with EMR/EHR documentation and medical terminology.
• Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and families.
• Comfort with delivering telehealth services when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing impairments.
• Develop and implement tailored speech-language therapy plans.
• Provide in-person or telehealth therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, OTs, PTs, and others to coordinate care.
• Educate families on communication strategies and home exercises.
• Maintain EMR/EHR documentation of assessments and progress.
• Pursue ongoing education related to anatomy, physiology, and clinical populations.

Skills

Geriatrics SLT

Assessment of swallowing

Cognitive-communication assessment

Team collaboration

Telehealth delivery

EMR/EHR documentation

Patient education

Job description

Job Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Speech Therapist in a long-term care facility, where your expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse patient populations. In this role, you will assess, develop, and implement personalized speech and language therapy plans for residents. Your energetic approach and compassionate nature will foster a positive environment that promotes communication, swallowing safety, and overall quality of life. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, families, and caregivers to deliver comprehensive care that meets each individual’s unique needs. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your skills in geriatrics, and early intervention within a supportive setting committed to excellence.

Duties

Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing impairments across diverse populations.

Develop and implement tailored speech-language therapy plans based on comprehensive evaluations and current best practices.

Provide direct therapy services through in-person sessions or telehealth platforms, ensuring continuity of care for all patients.

Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care plans.

Engage with patients’ families and caregivers to educate them on communication strategies, progress updates, and home exercise programs.

Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, treatment progress notes, and therapy outcomes using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) or Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.

Stay informed about advancements in speech-language pathology by participating in ongoing education related to anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and specialized populations such as pediatrics and individuals with disabilities.

Skills

Strong knowledge of speech therapy techniques for geriatric patients with speech or language impairments.

Expertise in conducting comprehensive speech and language evaluations utilizing standardized tools and clinical observations.

Ability to design effective speech-language therapy plans aligned with patient goals and medical conditions.

Excellent communication skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and engaging with patients’ families effectively.

Familiarity with telehealth therapy platforms and delivering remote services confidently.

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to speech production, swallowing mechanisms, and neurological functions.

Experience working with individuals with disabilities or speech impairments across various settings including long-term care facilities and schools.

Proficiency in using EMR/EHR systems for documentation; understanding of medical terminology is essential.

Ability to adapt therapy approaches based on patient needs while maintaining a positive and motivating attitude.

Florida Background Screening Requirement

This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Clearinghouse in accordance with Florida law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background screening.

For additional information regarding Florida background screening requirements and the Clearinghouse, please visit:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to improving communication health! Your expertise will help transform lives through compassionate care while advancing your professional growth in a dynamic environment that values your skills across pediatrics, geriatrics, early intervention, and multidisciplinary collaboration.