Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – In-House Rehab Team!  

Location: Westerly, RI

Position: Full-Time (FT) 

Setting: In-House Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) 

Say Goodbye to Contract Company Burnout!  

Are you a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist who loves working with the geriatric population but is tired of unrealistic productivity metrics and endless corporate red tape? 

At  Royal Westerly Nursing and Rehab Center , we do things differently. We are proud to operate a 100% in-house therapy department . That means you work directly for our facility, collaborating closely with a dedicated interdisciplinary team that prioritizes patient outcomes over corporate quotas. Come build meaningful relationships with your patients and actually enjoy going to work! 

What You’ll Be Doing:  

As our full-time SLP, you will be the cornerstone of our speech, swallowing, and cognitive therapy programs. 

• Evaluate & Treat: Provide comprehensive assessments and individualized treatment plans for speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders (dysphagia). 

• Innovate: Utilize evidence-based practices to help our residents regain independence and improve their quality of life. 

• Collaborate: Work hand-in-hand with our PTs, OTs, nursing staff, and dietary team to ensure holistic, patient-centered care. 

• Educate: Empower patients, families, and facility staff with the knowledge and strategies they need to support recovery. 

• Document: Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with state, federal, and facility guidelines. 

What You Bring to the Table:  

• Education: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. 

• Licensure: Active (or pending) state SLP license in RI. 

• Certification: Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA CCC-SLP) is highly preferred. (Strong CFYs with a passion for adult/geriatric rehab will be considered!)  

• Experience: Previous experience in a SNF or adult rehab setting is a plus, but a collaborative mindset and passion for patient care are what matter most. 

• Skills: Strong clinical reasoning, empathy, and excellent communication skills. 

Why You’ll Love Working With Us (The Perks!):  

Because we are in-house, we invest directly in  YOU . 

•   Competitive Salary: Commensurate with your experience. 

• ⚖️  Realistic Expectations: Ethical, manageable productivity standards. 

•   Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. 

• ️  Generous PTO: Paid time off and paid holidays to support your work-life balance. 
•   Culture: A supportive, family-like environment where your voice actually matters. 

Ready to Make a Difference?  

If you are ready to practice therapy the way it was meant to be practiced, we want to meet you! 

Send your resume directly to  View email address on ziprecruiter.com with the subject line:  'In-House SLP - Westerly' .