Speech Language Pathologist SLP

Gretna Health & Rehabilitation Center in Gretna, VA is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).

As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you are at the forefront of our ability to provide Care Beyond Compare with the exceptional hands-on care you deliver. As a member of the rehabilitation team, you will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure that we are delivering the highest quality of care to our residents; helping them regain and maintain their optimal level of independence through the compassionate care and support you provide. One of the most rewarding aspects of your role is knowing that you will have the opportunity to make a sincere difference in someone's life every day.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates ranging from $45.00 to $53.00 per hour commensurate with experience
• Excellent Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, & Other Elective Benefits Available
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Daily Pay Available

What You'll Do

• Evaluate residents to assess speech, language, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing function.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on each resident's plan of care and physician orders.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve communication skills, including speech production, language comprehension, expression, and voice quality.
• Administer dysphagia therapy and recommend appropriate diet textures and liquid consistencies to ensure safe swallowing.
• Conduct clinical swallow evaluations and collaborate on instrumental assessments (such as MBSS or FEES) when indicated.
• Provide cognitive-communication therapy to address memory, attention, problem-solving, and executive function deficits.
• Supervise, coordinate, and direct the work of Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) and clinical fellows as applicable.
• Explains procedures and treatments to gain residents' cooperation and allay apprehension.
• Monitor and document resident progress, modifying treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Maintains residents' medical records with thorough documentation of evaluations, treatments provided, progress notes, and response to therapy.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including dietary and nursing staff, to ensure continuity of care and successful achievement of rehabilitation goals.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on communication strategies, swallowing precautions, and techniques to maintain progress after discharge.
• Recommend and train residents on the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices and assistive technology as needed.
• Observes emotional stability of residents, expresses interest in their progress, and prepares them for continuing care after discharge.
• Perform other duties as required to provide exceptional care to each resident.

What You Need

• Active unencumbered licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Virginia.
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

If you're looking to join an outstanding team of professionals where every day you can make a sincere difference in someone's life, we're looking for you!