Speech Therapist

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team at a skilled nursing facility in Florida. In this role, you will help residents improve communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities while enhancing their independence and quality of life. Working alongside an interdisciplinary healthcare team, you will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans for residents recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, as well as those managing chronic conditions. What You'll Do Evaluate residents for speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on resident goals and clinical needs. Provide direct therapy services to promote communication, cognition, and safe swallowing function. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, rehabilitation professionals, caregivers, and facility staff. Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as needed. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory and facility requirements. Educate residents and families regarding treatment strategies and home exercise programs. Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions. Qualifications Required Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program. Current Florida Speech-Language Pathologist license or ability to obtain licensure before employment. Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred or eligibility to obtain certification. Strong clinical assessment, treatment, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative healthcare environment. Preferred Experience in a skilled nursing facility, post-acute care, rehabilitation, or long-term care setting. Knowledge of dysphagia management and modified barium swallow recommendations. Experience with electronic medical records (EMR). Bilingual skills are a plus. Why Join Us? Competitive compensation package Comprehensive benefits for eligible employees Paid time off and holiday pay Continuing education and professional development opportunities Supportive interdisciplinary team environment Opportunity to make a direct impact on resident outcomes and quality of life If you are passionate about helping residents achieve their highest level of communication and independence, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team committed to excellence in patient care. This position requires background screening through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic #J-18808-Ljbffr Bayside Post-Acute