Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Speech Language Pathologist – Athens, GA (#SL8311086)

Location: Athens, GA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Hourly Rate: $40 - $48 per hour

• Employee retirement plan (401k) with a generous match and immediate vesting
• Company-issued and company-paid Amex card for travel
• All travel expenses paid directly by the company
• Company-paid tax-free Health Savings Account (HSA)
• CMS’s Long-Term Care Basic Training and SMQT certification are required

About Impact Recruiting Solutions:
Impact Recruiting Solutions is a dedicated recruitment partner connecting healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities. We collaborate with hospitals, clinics, and multi-specialty facilities to match skilled individuals with roles that align with their expertise and career aspirations.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join a Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility in Athens, GA . This role focuses on delivering high-quality care to geriatric patients, addressing speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive disorders in a collaborative clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Provide therapy in a skilled nursing facility setting, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (nurses, OT/PT, physicians).
• Supervise Clinical Fellows (CFYs) and support staff per state guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with facility and regulatory standards (HIPAA, Medicare).
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic strategies and safe swallowing techniques.

Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Active Georgia State SLP license; Must have a valid driver’s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients’ residence.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) or eligibility as a Clinical Fellow.
• Experience: Prior experience in skilled nursing facilities or with geriatric populations preferred.
• Technical Skills: Expertise in dysphagia management, cognitive-communication therapy, and patient assessments.
• Soft Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork abilities; compassionate patient-centered approach.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation:
• Earn $40 - $48 per hour based on experience.
• Work Schedule:
• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (structured hours with no weekend rotation).
• Professional Growth:
• Opportunities for mentorship and leadership development in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Impactful Work:
• Improve patient outcomes in a mission-driven skilled nursing facility.