Speech Therapist (SLP)

Job Description

Job Description

Sierra Vista Post-Acute  is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community dedicated to helping residents recover, rebuild, and regain independence. We provide short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, dementia support, and respite services in a compassionate, home-like environment.

Our interdisciplinary team delivers personalized care plans and specialized therapy services designed to promote strength, dignity, comfort, and quality of life.

Why Join Us?

At Sierra Vista Post-Acute, our people make the difference. We foster a collaborative, supportive workplace where clinical excellence and compassion go hand in hand. Join a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and growth — where your work has purpose, your voice is heard, and your impact is felt every day.

Position Overview:

The Speech-Language Pathologist provides and directs all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organizations guidelines, professional standards and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current prospective patients, to all internal and external customers. Participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

• Directs and supervises the work of assistants AND students as applicable with State and Federal guidelines.

• Follows all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding one’s personal protection and patient safety.

• Expands and enhances self, in both clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education.

• Keys information into computer systems, including EMR and rehab systems

• Supports and participates in department operations and development.

• Communicates patient status and needs to the patients, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Speech and Language Pathology.

• Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.

• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources. 

• Full knowledge of resident’s rights.

• Current, active license as Speech Pathologist, and is able to practice unencumbered.