Speech Therapist (SLP)

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Santana Hills Healthcare Center | San Jose, CA

Join Our Team!

Santana Hills Healthcare Center is a 167-bed facility with 90 skilled nursing beds and 77 subacute beds, providing compassionate, patient-centered care to support recovery and rehabilitation.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team. The ideal candidate will evaluate and treat communication, speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders to help residents improve their functional abilities and quality of life.

New graduates are welcome to apply!

Employment Types: Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN, and Per Diem

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' speech, language, communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and resident needs.
• Provide appropriate speech-language therapy interventions to support functional outcomes.
• Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, and treatment records.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment techniques and strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals to coordinate resident care.
• Screen residents who may benefit from speech-language therapy services.
• Follow physician orders, facility policies, safety procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain required licensure, certifications, and professional credentials.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development to maintain clinical knowledge and skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Current, active, and unrestricted California Speech-Language Pathologist license.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred, where applicable.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to providing quality, patient-centered care.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Paid orientation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation leave

Apply Today!

Join Santana Hills Healthcare Center and become part of a rehabilitation team dedicated to helping residents improve their communication, swallowing, and overall quality of life. New graduates are welcome to apply!

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Santana Hills Healthcare Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without discrimination based on any legally protected status.