Permanent Speech-Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Permanent

Location: Ideal, Georgia
Compensation: $41.54–$45.65/hour
Schedule: Full-Time | 30 Hours/Week | Monday–Friday
Weekends: No Weekend Rotation
Employment Type: Permanent
Travel: Required between two nearby facilities

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team in Ideal, Georgia . This permanent position offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, 30 hours per week, and no weekend rotation .

The role supports residents across two facilities located approximately 12 miles apart , giving you the opportunity to work with diverse patient populations while enjoying a manageable, well-defined travel area.

This position is ideal for an SLP who is comfortable working across multiple sites and enjoys the variety that comes with supporting residents in different clinical environments.

Please note: This position is not open to new graduates. Prior SLP experience is required.

• Competitive compensation of $41.54–$45.65/hour

• Permanent, full-time opportunity

• 30 hours per week

• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule

• No weekend rotation

• Work across two established skilled nursing facilities

• Facilities are only 12 miles apart , making travel between locations manageable

• Opportunity to work with a diverse resident population

• Collaborative interdisciplinary environment

• Meaningful opportunity to make a difference in residents' communication, cognition, and swallowing outcomes

The position will support two facilities:

• Facility 1: 60 beds

• Facility 2: 88 beds

• Distance: Approximately 12 miles apart

Travel between the two facilities is an essential part of the role, so candidates must be comfortable providing coverage across both locations.

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing abilities

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each resident's needs and goals

• Provide skilled speech-language therapy using evidence-based practices

• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate

• Evaluate and treat communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

• Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, dietary, and other interdisciplinary team members

• Participate in care planning and communicate patient progress effectively

• Educate residents, families, and caregivers regarding treatment strategies and recommendations

• Travel between the two assigned facilities as needed to provide consistent patient care

• Promote patient safety, independence, communication, and quality of life

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program

• Current Georgia Speech-Language Pathologist license or eligibility for Georgia licensure

• ASHA certification or eligibility preferred

• Prior professional SLP experience required

• Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team

• Comfortable traveling between two facilities approximately 12 miles apart

• Reliable transportation and ability to meet the travel requirements of the position

• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care

• New graduates will not be considered for this position

The standard schedule is Monday–Friday, 30 hours per week , with no weekend rotation .

Because this role covers two facilities, the SLP must be comfortable traveling between locations. The facilities are approximately 12 miles apart , allowing for a relatively convenient commute between sites while providing valuable variety in your daily clinical work.

If you're an experienced SLP looking for a stable permanent position with a Monday–Friday schedule, no weekend rotation, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work across two nearby facilities , this could be an excellent next step.

Bring your clinical expertise, flexibility, and commitment to patient-centered care to a role where your work can make a meaningful difference every day.

Position: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location: Ideal, Georgia
Compensation: $41.54–$45.65/hour
Hours: 30 hours/week
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Weekend Rotation: None
Facilities: 60 beds and 88 beds
Facility Distance: Approximately 12 miles apart
Travel: Required between facilities
New Graduates: Not eligible