Speech Therapist or CFY SNF Athens

PruittHealth; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advanced Pay Option

Annual Merit Increases

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Orientation & Training Programs

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Career Growth Opportunities

Stay and Earn Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

PruittHealth in Athens, GA is seeking a licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) / Speech Therapist for a FULL TIME role at our local facility. You will evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and caregivers to support patient goals.

Offering up to $130,000 annual compensation, with an $8,000 stay-and-earn sign-on incentive, advanced pay options, merit increases, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program.
• Current Speech Language Pathologist license in the state of practice.
• CCC-SLP preferred.
• Clinical Fellowship candidates considered where applicable.
• Experience in rehabilitation, skilled nursing, home health, or post-acute care preferred.
• Foreign-trained applicants must possess credentials deemed substantially equivalent by an ASHA-approved evaluation organization.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Perform dysphagia, cognitive, and communication assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patient goals.
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and caregivers.
• Educate patients and families on treatment objectives and outcomes.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

State license to practice SLP

CCC-SLP preferred

Clinical Fellowship candidates considered

Experience in rehabilitation/post-acute care

ASHA evaluation for foreign-trained applicants

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) / Speech Therapist

Location: 490 Kathwood Drive, Athens, 30607

Schedule: FULL TIME

Compensation: Up to $130,000 annually

Company: PruittHealth

Up to $8000 Stay and Earn Sign on Bonus

Join PruittHealth as a licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) / Speech Therapist and help patients improve communication, cognition, swallowing function, and overall quality of life. As a leading provider of post-acute care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and therapy services, we're committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes while creating a supportive environment where our professionals can thrive. This role offers competitive compensation up to $130,000 annually, based on experience, schedule, and location, along with comprehensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and a collaborative culture focused on clinical excellence.

Why Join PruittHealth?

• Advanced Pay Option
• Annual Merit Increases
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Paid Orientation & Training Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Career Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Perform dysphagia, cognitive, and communication assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patient goals.
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and caregivers.
• Educate patients and families on treatment objectives and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program.
• Current Speech Language Pathologist license in the state of practice.
• CCC-SLP preferred.
• Clinical Fellowship candidates considered where applicable.
• Experience in rehabilitation, skilled nursing, home health, or post-acute care preferred.
• Foreign-trained applicants must possess credentials deemed substantially equivalent by an ASHA-approved evaluation organization.

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