Perm Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

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Job Title: Permanent Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location: Chambersburg, PA, 17201

Facility: 210-bed Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

Shift: 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday), with weekend rotation

Salary Range: $38 - $43 per hour (W2)

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team at a 210-bed Skilled Nursing Facility in Chambersburg, PA. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive speech and language therapy services to our residents, focusing on improving communication and swallowing disorders.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and diagnose speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for residents.
• Provide direct therapy services in both individual and group settings.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans.
• Educate residents and their families on therapy techniques and strategies to manage speech and language disorders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
• Participate in weekend rotations as scheduled.
• Stay informed on the latest research and advancements in speech-language pathology.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist in Pennsylvania.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred.
• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting is a plus.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to therapy.