Speech Language Pathologist SLP PRN

Job Description

Job Description

At Glenwood Healthcare , we’re committed to building a workplace where compassion, respect, and excellence come together every day. When you join our team, you become part of a community that cares deeply, for our residents and for one another. We support our staff with ongoing training, a collaborative culture, and the resources needed to deliver quality care. Our goal is not just to meet expectations, but to exceed them! Employment at Glenwood gives you the opportunity to grow your skills and take pride in meaningful work. Whether you’re a nurse, therapist, CNA, or support staff, your role here matters and has impact. If you’re someone who wants more than a job, someone who wants to make a difference, Glenwood Healthcare is where your passion and purpose can thrive.

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will be responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating residents with speech, language, voice, communication, and swallowing disorders. The SLP will develop individualized therapy plans to help residents maximize their communication abilities, improve swallowing safety, and enhance overall quality of life!

Speech-Language Pathologist Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing abilities.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to residents’ needs and goals.

• Provide therapy services including speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive-communication, and swallowing interventions.

• Monitor and document residents’ progress, making necessary adjustments to therapy plans.

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physicians to provide coordinated care.

• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on strategies to support communication, safe swallowing, and carryover of therapy techniques.

• Ensure compliance with facility policies, professional standards, and state/federal regulations.

Speech-Language Pathologist Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program (Master’s degree required).

• Current and valid state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred.

• CPR certification required (or must obtain upon hire).

• Experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.