SLP - Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP)

At Elderwood, our Mission is People Caring for People. We are seeking a compassionate, clinically driven Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team and help residents achieve the highest level of communication, cognition, and swallowing function.

Salary $35.00 - $50.00 / Hour

Overview

Full‑time, Part‑time, and Per Diem opportunities with flexible scheduling, manageable caseloads, and clinical autonomy in a modern skill‑nursing and short‑term rehabilitation environment. You will work closely with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, residents, and families to maximize functional outcomes and improve quality of life.

Benefits & Perks

• Clinical Focus
• Manageable and realistic caseload expectations
• Clinical autonomy with strong interdisciplinary collaboration
• Opportunity to treat a diverse patient population
• Modern therapy equipment and resources
• Work‑Life Balance
• Flexible work arrangements where operationally appropriate
• Productivity expectations that prioritize quality resident outcomes
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO & Holiday Package
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Continuing Education & Tuition Assistance
• Professional Licensure Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive compensation

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and establish individualized treatment plans
• Provide speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing therapy services
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers
• Participate in care planning and discharge planning activities
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and professional practice standards
• Support positive clinical outcomes and resident satisfaction

Qualifications

• M.A. or M.S. Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an approved school required.
• State license to practice as a Speech‑Language Pathologist required.
• Clinical Competence Certification from the American Speech and Hearing Association preferred.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
• Current, valid CPR/BLS credential.
• Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.
• Verification of qualifications by the State Department of Health.
• Rehabilitation Therapies (license number/certification number) required.
• Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
• Demonstrated willingness to uphold the vision and mission of the company by following the core values of Integrity, Team work, Passion for Excellence and Reverence for the Individual is required.
• English language proficiency: read, write, speak, and understand at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.