Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech‑Language Pathologist Requisition ID: 2026-34806 | Openings: 2 Location: Elderwood at Waverly | Salary: $34.00 / hr - $50.00 / hr Overview Join us at Elderwood at Waverly, where your work truly matters. We are seeking a dedicated Speech‑Language Pathologist to improve the lives of residents and their families through compassionate, expert care. Our mission is People Caring for People , guided by the core values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence . Benefits 401K with employer matching Paid Time Off and holiday package Comprehensive health benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Continuing education opportunities and professional development A supportive, team‑oriented work environment About the Role The Speech‑Language Pathologist assists with ensuring the health and well‑being of individuals by recommending a speech‑language therapy treatment plan and carrying out treatments as needed. The role also includes conducting an audiometric screening of residents upon request and making recommendations for further audiology services, ensuring the highest degree of quality care. Responsibilities Screen residents for communication problems upon request; conduct an in‑depth evaluation and make written recommendations for a therapy plan of care, if necessary. Coordinate audiometric screening tests and make referrals for further audiology evaluations or treatments if necessary. Initiate speech‑language therapy plans of care according to physician orders and maintain required contact with the physician during the therapy program. Observe rights of residents and treat residents with respect and kindness. Maintain written evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries for all residents in a speech‑language treatment program. Confer with other staff regarding special needs of residents and integrate speech‑language treatment program with goals and approaches of other disciplines. Attend Resident Care Planning and Family/Resident Care Plan Review meetings for residents currently in a speech‑language treatment program. Maintain records that include statistical reports about residents, in‑service education information, budget information and material/equipment inventory. Submit statistical reports to the Business Office staff for Medicare billing payments, and complete assessment forms upon request. Attend staff meetings and required or preferred in‑service training. Participate in developing and conducting in‑service training programs for facility personnel involved in resident care. Review written speech‑language policies and procedures annually and make necessary revisions. Maintain costs of program within the parameters of the annual budget. 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. This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. To ensure a safe work environment and permit unfettered communication, the employee must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level. Equal Opportunity Employment 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr