Speech Therapist (SLP)

Height Street Skilled Care; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive environment

Impactful work

Job summary

Height Street Skilled Care in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a dedicated Speech Therapist (SLP) to join our team. This full-time role focuses on evaluating and treating speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders with an interdisciplinary team to provide compassionate, resident-centered care.

The qualified candidate will hold an active CA SLP license (CCC preferred), collaborate closely with staff, and maintain compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Active Speech-Language Pathologist license in California is required.
• CCC certification preferred.
• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for residents
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care
• Monitor and document resident progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Educate residents, families, and staff on therapy techniques and care plans
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory guidelines
• Ensure compliance with all safety, infection control, and HIPAA standards
• Participate in care planning meetings and required in-service trainings

Skills

Active SLP license (CA)

CCC certification preferred

SNF experience preferred

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Title: Speech Therapist (SLP)

Location: Height Street Skilled Care – Bakersfield, CA

Position Type: Full-Time

Pay Rate: $78 – $80 per hour (DOE)

Join Our Team!

Height Street Skilled Care, a skilled nursing facility in Bakersfield, CA, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech Therapist (SLP) to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping residents improve their communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for residents
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care
• Monitor and document resident progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Educate residents, families, and staff on therapy techniques and care plans
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory guidelines
• Ensure compliance with all safety, infection control, and HIPAA standards
• Participate in care planning meetings and required in-service trainings

Qualifications:

• Active Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license in California (required)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) preferred
• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay ($78 – $80 DOE)
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to positively impact residents’ quality of life