Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Speech Language Pathologist

Majestic Care of Southport is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team's mission and believe in our core values! Our mission:   Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we provide excellent healthcare to those we serve.

Our Core Values... 

L - Listening

E - Empathy

A - Accountability

D - Decisiveness 

This is how we create a culture to LEAD with Love. 

Position Overview:

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) delivers high-quality rehabilitative care focused on evaluating and treating residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. This role centers on implementing individualized treatment plans that support functional communication, safe swallowing, and improved quality of life. The SLP collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure consistent, resident-centered therapy. A strong foundation in geriatric rehabilitation, clinical expertise, and a compassionate, communicative approach are essential to promote optimal outcomes and resident well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Support and Treatment Implementation

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate residents’ speech, language, cognitive communication, and swallowing function.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and

  resident goals.

• Provide therapeutic interventions targeting speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive communication, and dysphagia disorders.

• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on communication strategies and safe swallowing techniques to support carryover and safety.

• Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes.

• Maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging therapeutic environment that encourages resident participation and comfort.

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning discussions to ensure coordinated, resident-centered care.

Documentation and Compliance

• Accurately document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress notes, and billing in

  accordance with facility policies and regulatory standards, including Medicare and Medicaid guidelines.

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, infection control protocols, and SNF-specific regulatory requirements.

Collaboration and Professional Development

• Collaborate with nursing, dietary, occupational therapy, and physical therapy staff to support holistic care delivery.

• Maintain licensure and fulfill continuing education requirements in accordance with state and national guidelines.

• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in speech language pathology and geriatric rehabilitation.

Qualifications:

• Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred; Clinical Fellowship (CF) candidates may be considered

• 2+ years of experience in a skilled nursing facility or geriatric care setting preferred

• Familiarity with Medicare, PDPM, and SNF documentation standards strongly preferred

Majestic Difference Benefits:

• Quarterly Pay Increase

• Daily Pay

• Company-Paid Life Insurance

• Telehealth Services

• Double Pay on Holiday

• Care Team Member Relief Fund

Join the Majestic Care team where compassion meets excellence!

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