Speech Therapist (ST)

Olivia-Restorative-Therapy-and-Nursing; Meadowcrest Estates Mobile Home Park (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Team support

Quality of life impact

Job summary

Olivia-Restorative-Therapy-and-Nursing is seeking a Speech Therapist (SLP) to evaluate and treat communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in residents. You will develop individualized treatment plans, deliver therapy, and document progress in accordance with standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and other therapy disciplines to maximize independence and quality of life for residents; MN licensure is required or eligible, CCC-SLP preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed SLP in Minnesota or eligible to obtain licensure.
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• CCC-SLP certification is preferred.
• Strong assessment, treatment and documentation capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents/patients for communication, cognitive and swallowing needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessments and physician orders.
• Provide therapy to improve speech, language, voice, memory and swallowing safety.
• Document evaluations, progress notes and discharge summaries per standards.
• Educate residents, families and staff on communication strategies and home programs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing and other therapy disciplines for coordinated care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and quality improvement.
• Maintain licensure and adhere to ethical practice standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Documentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Minnesota SLP license or eligibility

CCC-SLP (preferred)

Job description

Speech Therapist (SLP)

Position Summary:

The Speech Therapist (SLP) evaluates, diagnoses, and treats communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. This role focuses on helping individuals improve their speech, language, voice, cognition, and safe swallowing abilities to maximize independence and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate residents/patients for communication, cognitive, and swallowing needs
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessments and physician orders
• Provide therapy services to improve speech, language, voice, fluency, memory, problem-solving, and swallowing safety
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with professional, state, and federal standards
• Educate residents, families, and staff on communication strategies, swallowing precautions, and home programs
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and other therapy disciplines to ensure coordinated care
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and quality improvement programs
• Maintain professional licensure and adhere to ethical practice standards

Qualifications:

• Current and active Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license in Minnesota (or eligibility)
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred
• Strong assessment, treatment, and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care preferred

What’s Offered:

• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• A rewarding opportunity to improve residents’ independence, safety, and quality of life